The petrol price hike announced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, came as a shock to many.
Indeed, while many had predicted this outcome long before now, others had hoped that the ‘Renewed Hope’ vision of President Bola Tinubu would turn things around for the country.
It was not until the recent announcement, that many of these persons realised that they had perhaps made a grave mistake during the election.
Of course, on several occasions, many people who supported the current administration during the election have publicly expressed their disappointment with the situation of things in the country.
Meanwhile, the effects of this increase has already begun.
It is far worse for ordinary Nigerians who were already grappling with unprecedented levels of hardship.
In an earlier article, we discussed the many negative effects the increase will have on Nigerians.
However, in this article, iBrandtv.com explores what every Nigerian must do during this trying period.
The truth is, the coming days will not be easy for Nigerians.
Already, the price of transportation had immediately followed the same path as petrol.
If you are a 9-5 worker, now is the time to be innovative.
Instead of spending almost all your monthly salary on transportation, buy yourself a bicycle.
Funny as it may sound, this option will soon become the cheapest means of transportation.
It is better you grab the opportunity now before people in that line of business begin to top prices due to high demand.
Even as a car owner, we would advise that you get a bicycle, e get why, as our dear Gen Zs would say.
You see, the high price of petrol is not the only issue here, the scarcity of this product is more frustrating.
What will happen when you do not see fuel to buy.
That is when you’ll wish you had taken our advice.
Another thing you should consider doing is stocking up on food.
Going forward, food prices will be on the rise.
Traders will use this time to exploit consumers.
Well, we cannot overlook what they too are going through.
So, this is the best time to stock up.
Also, Christmas is around the corner.
You should consider buying the necessary items you may need before then.
Trust us, this particular Christmas will be very different.
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Another easy way to go about things now is by pairing with someone.
Sorry, you may not like it, but that is the reality of things now.
Take for instance, you want to buy a bag of rice.
You can pair with someone who has the same interest, purchase the bag of rice and share it.
Consider it as the same way you contribute your electricity and waste bill with your neighbors.
Meanwhile, this might be a good time for you to buy a solar panel for electricity.
If you are looking to buying a generator, you may want to have a rethink.
If car owners are parking their cars and using public transport to work, then we pity people who depend on generators for their work.
Even when you have the money to buy the petrol, you may not see the product.
Frustration will lead you to black market and when you hear the price per liter, you will be shocked to the bones.
