Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has voiced frustration over what he sees as the indifference of Nigerians toward the nation’s deepening economic crisis.
Speaking in a recent interview with Igbere TV, Amaechi slammed the younger generation for their lack of response to the escalating cost of living and worsening economic conditions. He expected to see protests against the hardships, yet has been disappointed by their silence.
“I’m really angry because people are just watching while their money is being stolen, and no one is doing anything about it. I can’t even afford diesel anymore because it’s so expensive.
Amaechi, who also served as the former governor of Rivers State, expected to see widespread protests from young Nigerians demanding action to address the country’s worsening economic conditions.
“People should be angry,” Amaechi said. “You can’t watch a group of people steal your money and remain silent. I am really upset with the citizens for doing nothing.”
He pointed to the situation in Edo State, questioning whether any politician should even be campaigning there given the current hardships. He further added, “Some of us can’t even afford diesel anymore because of how expensive it’s become.”
Amaechi’s comments come shortly after the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) announced a hike in ex-depot prices for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as fuel. According to a new price list released by NNPCL Retail Limited, the ex-depot price in Calabar is now set at ₦1,050 per litre.
The National Oil Company also disclosed that Lagos now has an ex-depot price of ₦1,010 per litre, while Port Harcourt is at ₦1,045. Other locations like Ogara, Koko, and Warri will see prices of ₦1,040 per litre.
