Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised concerns over the Federal Government’s fuel price discount policy, asking what happens on Day 31. In a statement, Abubakar, a leading contender in the 2023 presidential race, pointed out that the policy, which offers a 30-day discount on fuel prices, is not clear about its implications after the initial 30 days. According to a report by TheCable, this question has yet to be addressed by the government. The fuel discount policy, which was introduced earlier this year, has been a topic of debate among Nigerians. The policy offers a reduction in the price of petrol by N150 per liter for the first 30 days of every month. However, many Nigerians are yet to fully understand the long-term implications of this policy. According to a report by THISDAYLIVE, Abubakar’s questions about Day 31 of the policy have been interpreted as a critique of President Bola Tinubu, who had once mocked a similar policy during his governorship days in Lagos State. However, Tinubu’s spokesperson, Festus Keyamo, dismissed Abubakar’s criticisms as a sign of political depression. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, has not yet responded to Abubakar’s questions. The fuel discount policy is one of several economic policies introduced by the Tinubu administration in an effort to address the high cost of living in Nigeria. The policy has been met with mixed reactions, with some Nigerians welcoming the reduction in fuel prices, while others have raised concerns about its sustainability and potential impact on the country’s economy. As the debate around the policy continues, the question of what happens on Day 31 remains unanswered.
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