Nigerian Authorities Reject Former VP’s Proposal to Restore Fuel Subsidies
The Nigerian presidency and the National Association of Nigeria Students have rejected former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s proposal to reinstate fuel subsidies, demanding greater clarity on his economic stance. The pushback underscores ongoing political divisions over Nigeria’s subsidy policy reforms.
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Fuel Subsidy: Presidency tackles Atiku again, wants clarity on ex-VP’s stance
Atiku, who has sought Nigeria’s presidency in six election cycles since 1993, had previously supported petrol subsidy removal during some of his campaigns. The post Fuel Subsidy: Presidency tackles Atiku again, wants clarity on ex-VP’s stance appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
By Abdulqudus Ogundapo
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The National Association of Nigerian Students has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s proposal to restore fuel subsidy if elected president in 2027, describing the promise as a political response to economic hardship rather than a sustainable solution to Nigeria’s fiscal challenges. The NANS President, Akinteye Babatunde, stated this in a statement issued on Wednesday, arguing Read More: https://punchng.com/nans-rejects-atikus-plan-to-restore-fuel-subsidy/
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