NEWS
Many petrol stations in Warri, Delta State capital, have shut down leading to long queues at the few still dispensing fuel in the city and its environs.
Newsmen observes that most of the filling stations are now selling a litre of petrol for N200 as against the official pump price of N180.
A handful of stations that are active today, November 1, 2022, include the station by the popular cinema, De Michaels Oil and Gas Limited along Enerhen Road and Shafa filling station at Enerhen Motel in Uvwie Local Government Area.
A commercial tricycle operator who spoke with our correspondent on condition of anonymity expressed fear that marketers may be hoarding the product and he thought there will likely be a hike in the price of petroleum products since he bought a litre for N200.
He appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari to come to the rescue of Nigerians by making petroleum products available and cheaper,adding that Some of the petrol stations’ pump attendants declined comments on the matter .
Oladipo Atinuke Sherifat popularly known as arikeokin 100, she is an Award winning Writer, On Air Personality, Community Developer, an enthusiast in writing journalistic beats, and editorial.
At the same time she volunteered in developing the community radio at KwaraPoly Radio.
She holds a Diploma in Mass Communication from a reputable higher institution in Nigeria and is currently a correspondent at Satcom Media.