Opposition parties have criticised President Bola Tinubu’s 30-day petrol discount, describing it as inadequate and a political gimmick.
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) described the initiative as “tokenism and deceit,” arguing that the temporary relief would do little to ease the hardship caused by rising fuel prices.
The group also raised concerns about possible long queues and stampedes at participating filling stations, while highlighting the impact of high fuel costs on businesses, jobs and healthcare.
Similarly, the Makinde/Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation dismissed the reported ₦60-per-litre discount as negligible, questioning why the relief was restricted to selected NNPC retail outlets.
The organisation also criticised the reported offer of crude oil at $80 per barrel to domestic refineries, describing the policy as inadequate to address the economic challenges facing Nigerians.
Both groups called for more sustainable measures to reduce fuel costs, with the NDC expressing support for Peter Obi’s 2027 presidential ambition and the campaign organisation backing Seyi Makinde.
