By Mohammed Nasir Shuaibu
The persistent fuel price hike and economic hardship have forced black market sellers and some fuel stations in Bauchi to resort to selling petrol as low as 20 centilitres with prices ranging from N200 to N300.
A survey conducted by our correspondent revealed that most black market sellers have adopted this new method to make more sales, as commuters can no longer afford to buy petrol in gallons or half gallons.
Sanusi Agila, a black market seller at Kobi Street, attributed the trend to the economic hardship in the country. "Majority of customers now prefer to buy N200 or N300 worth of fuel to go about their daily businesses," he said.
Customers who spoke to our correspondent lamented the situation, citing the high cost of living. Alhaji Umar Adamu, a businessman, said, "Buying fuel is no longer a priority; what's most important is food for my family."
Mal Musa Yusuf, a civil servant, expressed frustration with the persistent fuel price hike. "I'm only buying fuel to take my children to school. If not, I'd rather walk and use the money for something more important."
Yusuf appealed to the federal government and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to find a lasting solution to the fuel price hike, which has affected not only fuel but also other essential items in the market.
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