The debate over Nigeria's petrol subsidy has resurfaced, with proponents of removal praising it as courageous and opponents calling for its return due to economic hardship. The article argues that the old subsidy system was flawed, leading to waste, smuggling, and inefficiency. It criticizes the reduction of the debate to slogans like 'Subsidy is gone' and 'Bring back subsidy,' stating that neither constitutes a sound economic policy. The piece highlights the impact on citizens who face higher transport fares and food prices, questioning the effectiveness of the reform.
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