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Former Governor Uncovers Massive Fuel Subsidy Scam – NNPC and Marketers Collude to Rob Nigerians Blind!

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
June 26, 2023
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Former Governor Uncovers Massive Fuel Subsidy Scam – NNPC and Marketers Collude to Rob Nigerians Blind!
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In a startling revelation, former Bauchi State Governor, Isa Yuguda, made some controversial statements on Monday regarding the fuel subsidy in Nigeria. According to Yuguda, the fuel subsidy, which was recently removed, was predominantly a fraudulent scheme orchestrated by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) in collaboration with oil sector stakeholders and marketers.

What Exactly is Fuel Subsidy in Nigeria?

Fuel subsidy, in essence, is a government initiative aimed at reducing the cost of fuel for Nigerian consumers. As Nigeria imports refined oil from Europe, the process incurs substantial expenses, largely borne by the government in the form of subsidies. The retail price of fuel determines the cost of almost all goods and services in the country. The subsidy was initially introduced in the 1970s during the Olusegun Obasanjo military regime as a means to mitigate the impact of escalating global oil prices. It was further formalized in 1977 through the Price Control Act, which regulated the prices of various commodities, including fuel.

Yuguda, who chaired a committee on subsidy during the economic meltdown period of 2008-2009, claimed to have uncovered shocking details about the scam. He accused the NNPC of exploiting the government by misusing the fuel subsidy system. Yuguda asserted that his committee encountered instances where subsidy claims were made for non-existent pipelines, revealing the extent of deception involved.

He further elaborated that both the NNPC and oil marketers fabricated claims by filling out paperwork and invoices to fraudulently obtain subsidies. When asked if the NNPC was solely responsible for these deceptive practices, Yuguda responded affirmatively, implying that others were involved as well.

The former minister further explained that “They (NNPC and Marketers) just claim that they have pumped X amount of either finished products or crude.

“Those that claim to pump the products and those that are in the subsidy scam, they just fill papers, invoices and they claim subsidy on it,” Yuguda explained.

When asked again if it was indeed the NNPC that was making these claims, Yuguda replied in the affirmative.

Who else is doing it,” he rhetorically asked.

Yuguda also emphasized that the removal of the subsidy had been long overdue, but previous governments lacked the political will to implement it. Notably, subsequent administrations attempted to remove the subsidy but faced significant opposition from the populace, as many citizens considered it their primary or only benefit from the federal government. Over time, the burden of maintaining the subsidy became increasingly burdensome for the government due to rising costs.

It is worth noting that the removal of the fuel subsidy in 2012 triggered widespread protests, lasting two weeks, led by labor unions, civil society organizations, and opposition party leaders. The protests, which paralyzed the country, compelled the government to reduce fuel prices and reinstate the subsidy.

Accusations of corruption and a lack of fiscal transparency have plagued subsidy payments for years. In 2012, a parliamentary inquiry report exposed a $6 billion fraud involving officials at the NNPC, which was still a state-run entity at the time. Since then, governors and members of parliament have consistently called for investigations into the NNPC and a thorough review of subsidy payments to oil marketers.

While the majority of Nigerians do not condemn the removal of fuel subsidies outright, their main criticism lies in the government’s failure to adequately plan and mitigate the effects of the removal on the citizens.

Given these controversial revelations and historical challenges surrounding the fuel subsidy, it begs the question: Do you believe that the removal of the subsidy at this time is in the best interest of Nigerians?

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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