Petrol price cut: Filling stations shut in Kebbi

Following the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited's announcement of a N66 reduction in petrol pump price, several filling stations in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, shut their gates. A survey by our correspondent revealed that motorists faced difficulties purchasing the product a day after the announcement. The closures were reportedly due to decisions by some independent marketers to suspend sales. The development also reduced vehicular movement on major roads in the state capital, as motorists stayed off the roads amid high fuel prices and limited availability. A filling station manager, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said his station had petrol in stock.

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