The Daily Spark

ABUJA, NIGERIA — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has launched a fierce political attack on President Bola Tinubu’s administration following the government's sudden announcement of a 30-day temporary fuel discount and a ₦1,350 per litre price ceiling at NNPC outlets. ​Describing the move as a "shameless and heartless electoral bribe," Atiku warned Nigerians not to be fooled by what he called a temporary distraction from deep economic hardship. ​ "What Happens On Day 31?" — Atiku Fires Shots ​Reacting to the announcement made by the Minister of Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, Atiku questioned the sustainability of a 30-day intervention: ​ "Tinubu’s government cannot spend years telling Nigerians to endure severe hardship, then offer 30 days of discounted relief and call it a solution," Atiku stated. "What happens on Day 31? Nigerians will wake up to the same brutal pump prices, the same punishing transport fares, and the same ris...

ABUJA, NIGERIA — Tensions between organized labor and the Federal Government have heightened following the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) issuing a strict 14-day ultimatum demanding an immediate reduction in fuel pump prices across the nation. ​The announcement, delivered by NLC leadership, emphasizes that Nigerian households are currently facing severe economic strain due to recent fuel price increases. Organized labor is demanding that the government return petrol prices to earlier baseline levels, accelerate negotiations for an updated national minimum wage, and finalize key health sector agreements. ​In response to growing public concern, government financial representatives proposed a N1,350 per litre ceiling on the ex-gantry and landing cost of petrol. Officials clarified that this price modulation mechanism is designed to absorb global crude price shocks and curb volatility without reintroducing direct fuel subsidies. ​Additionally, the government announced a te...