*Says it’s causing economic hardship on citizens
By; BAYO AKAMO, Ibadan
The Oyo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on Monday, frowned at the lingering petrol scarcity in Ibadan and other parts of the state
Oyo NUJ in a statement by the Council Chairman, Comrade Ademola Babalola made available to journalists by the state Secretary Comrade Sola Oladapo condemned the lingering petrol scarcity saying it is already causing untold hardships for citizens in the state.
Chief Babalola lamented that the scarcity and price increase from N750 to N800 per liter have exacerbated the economic crisis and unfavorable inflation rates in the state.
Expressing concern over the suffering of ordinary citizens, who are bearing the brunt of the scarcity, the Oyo state NUJ Chairman called on the relevant authorities to take urgent action to address the situation.
Chief Babalola also urged the government to find a lasting solution to the recurring petrol scarcity and price hike, which he described as a major setback to the economic development of the state and the country at large.
Oyo NUJ condemnation comes as many residents of Ibadan and other parts of Oyo State continue to struggle to access petrol, with many filling stations either closed or selling the product at exorbitant prices.”
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