The petrol scarcity in Lagos is causing frustration among motorists, who face long commutes and struggle to find fuel for daily errands. Tunde Ayeni, a Lagos resident, describes the situation as a nightmare, spending significant time each morning searching for petrol, impacting his work and daily life.
BusinessDay’s investigation reveals that many areas in Lagos, including Ejigbo, Orile, Amuwo Odofin, and others, have seen a rise in the hawking of petrol. This trend resembles the sale of smuggled fuel in neighboring countries like Benin Republic and Togo, where hawkers offer the product on the road for willing buyers.
The palpable frustration and the emergence of petrol hawking highlight the severity of the petrol scarcity crisis in Lagos and its broader implications for residents and businesses.
Source: Business Day