Despite a recent petrol price cut announced by the Nigerian government, transportation fares across the country remain alarmingly high, leaving commuters and transport operators in financial distress.

WADR’s correspondent in Abuja, Usman Umar, reports that the disconnect between fuel price reductions and the cost of travel is particularly straining holiday travelers during the festive season. Many Nigerians traveling for Christmas and New Year celebrations find themselves grappling with exorbitant fares, while transport operators cite operational challenges and inflation as reasons for the high costs.

This situation underscores the urgent need for effective policy measures to ensure that fuel price cuts translate into tangible relief for citizens.