Gov Seyi Makinde.
By Ayobami Okerinde
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has joined the growing debate over fuel subsidy ahead of the 2027 elections, saying Nigerians should not be made to pay more for petroleum products simply because the federal government cannot secure the country’s borders against smuggling.
Makinde, in his newsletter on Thursday, questioned the way Nigeria’s petroleum pricing debate has been framed.
“We should also reject the argument that Nigerians must pay more for petroleum products simply to eliminate the price difference that makes smuggling into neighbouring countries profitable,” Makinde said.
