Abia State Governor Alex Otti has firmly supported the Federal Government’s decision to remove the fuel subsidy, warning that a reversal of the policy would be detrimental to Nigeria’s economic stability.
In a statement addressing recent calls for the reinstatement of the subsidy, Governor Otti argued that those advocating for its return do not have the country’s best interests at heart. He maintained that the removal of the subsidy was a necessary step for the nation’s financial health.
Otti’s comments come amidst ongoing national debates regarding the economic impact of the subsidy removal. While the policy has faced criticism from various quarters, the Abia State Governor stands by the administration’s choice, asserting that returning to the previous system would hurt the country.
The governor’s stance highlights the divided political opinion on the matter, with some leaders and citizens urging for a rollback of the decision due to its effect on the cost of living, while others, like Otti, view the removal as an essential reform.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
