Atiku: I’ll restore subsidy to cut your costs, not to feed Tinubu and friends

Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has proposed reinstating fuel subsidies, aiming to alleviate costs for Nigerians. His campaign emphasized that the move is intended to benefit the general populace and not to support associates of the current administration. This proposal marks a potential shift from Nigeria's decision in 2023 to discontinue the import-subsidy system.

Abubakar's camp is keen to distinguish his plan from the previous subsidy regime, which was criticized for creating economic distortions and benefiting a select few. The focus now is on ensuring that any reintroduced subsidy directly translates into reduced expenses for ordinary citizens.

The announcement comes as the nation grapples with the economic implications of subsidy removal, including increased fuel prices and transportation costs. Abubakar's proposal suggests a strategy to mitigate these effects, though details on the implementation and potential economic impact remain to be seen.

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I’ll restore subsidy to cut your costs, not to feed Tinubu and friends