Nigeria may be on the verge of another fuel crisis as petroleum tanker drivers have suspended loading operations, citing harassment by security agencies and regulatory officials. The drivers allege that they face constant intimidation, extortion, and unnecessary delays at checkpoints, making fuel transportation increasingly difficult.
According to the Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) union, members have been subjected to arbitrary arrests, heavy fines, and other forms of mistreatment, disrupting the smooth distribution of petroleum products across the country. They warn that unless authorities step in to address these concerns, fuel shortages could soon hit major cities, leading to long queues and price surges.
Oil marketers have echoed these concerns, urging the government to intervene before the situation escalates. They stress that any prolonged halt in fuel distribution will have widespread economic consequences, affecting businesses, transportation, and daily life.
As tension rises, industry stakeholders are calling for urgent dialogue between the government, security agencies, and the drivers’ union to prevent a full-blown crisis. While authorities have yet to respond, Nigerians remain wary of the potential impact on fuel availability and prices in the coming days.
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