Fuel subsidy: Let’s debate the real solution to Nigeria’s cost-of-living crisis, By John Okiyi Kalu

Premium Times Nigeria | 27-08-2026 01:16pm |

In an opinion piece, John Okiyi Kalu argues that the Nigerian government should not keep petrol prices artificially low indefinitely. He suggests that the focus should be on reducing the economy's dependence on cheap petrol by improving transport, electricity, food production, and household incomes. Kalu calls for a serious debate on this issue among presidential candidates ahead of the 2027 elections.

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