Protest Rocks Ilorin Over Fuel Price Hike (Video)
Commercial tricycle operators, known as ‘Keke riders,’ in Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State, on Thursday morning staged a protest in response to the recent hike in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol.
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It was gathered that the protest occurred near Government Day Secondary School (GSS) along Jebba Road, Sango, Gabari, Oloje, and Maraba areas in Ilorin, drawing attention to the struggles faced by residents due to the escalating fuel costs.
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The protesters, primarily tricycle operators, expressed their frustration with the surge in petrol prices, which they reported had reached an alarming ₦1,250 per liter.
The increase, they claimed, has made life increasingly difficult, affecting their ability to provide for their families and sustain their livelihoods.
The protesters urged President Tinubu to take immediate action to address the situation and provide relief to Nigerians
One of the protest leaders, Habibullahi Isiaka, while speaking with newsmen said the constant rise in fuel prices has placed an unbearable financial burden on the riders, leaving many unable to afford even basic necessities.
“The increase in fuel prices has made it challenging for us to meet basic needs,” he said, emphasizing how the price hike has reduced their earnings and strained their daily operations.
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