“On the removal of fuel subsidies, I am convinced that President Tinubu has made the best and wisest decision for the collective good of Nigeria and its people,” Fayose tweeted.

Ayodele Fayose, former Governor of Ekiti State

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Ayodele Fayose, is a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), but he is already seeing something good about the removal of subsidy.

On Wednesday, he gave his opinion on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s abolition of the fuel subsidy system.

During his inaugural statement on Monday, President Tinubu said the subsidy was no longer sustainable in Nigeria, emphasising that it is no longer available.

Collective Good Of Nigeria

In response to the event, Fayose said in a series of tweets on Wednesday via his Twitter handle that Tinubu made the finest and smartest option for the collective interest of Nigeria and its people.

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“On the removal of fuel subsidies, I am convinced that President Tinubu has made the best and wisest decision for the collective good of Nigeria and its people,” Fayose tweeted.

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“He never obscured the fact that he vowed to abolish the subsidies.

“Most importantly, the previous government technically removed fuel subsidies by not including them in the 2023 budget.

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“I appeal to Nigerians to bear with the government for the time being, as the current hardship will pass.

“Removing the fuel subsidy is the best option, and it must be done once and for all.”

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“Unfortunately, the subsidy regime has only benefited a few people in the oil industry, and Nigeria must finally break this chain.

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“There is no doubt that President Tinubu is not a money-making magician.

“He can only use his experience and intellect to strategically reorient the country, which he has begun.

To Stabilise The Country

“Many governments have come and paid lip service to all of these issues. Now is the time to sustain our country by making decisions that may appear harsh, but can return it to the path of progress.

“The NLC and all interested parties, particularly ordinary Nigerians, should recognise that the previous administration caused more harm than good.

“The new government can only seek ways and means to stabilise the country.

“Unfortunately, the fuel marketers, like typical Nigerians, are only interested in making money for themselves.

“I believe the government should come down hard on them this time.

“Anyone discovered hoarding fuel or selling it at exorbitant prices should be dealt with,” he wrote.

SEE NIGERIANS’ REACTIONS TO TINUBU’S FUEL SUBSIDY REMOVAL

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