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Hundreds protest in Abuja, demand oil sector reforms, changes in NNPC
Hundreds of activists, on Tuesday, descended upon Abuja’s Three Arms Zone on Tuesday, demanding comprehensive reforms in Nigeria’s oil sector.
The protest, organized by the APC Solidarity and Development Forum, brought together youth and civil society organizations frustrated with skyrocketing fuel prices, persistent scarcity, and intensifying economic hardship.
Comrade Kabir Matazu and Danielsi Momoh, leaders of the group, condemned the ongoing fuel crisis as a symptom of deep-seated industry failures.
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They emphasized that despite assurances from authorities, shortages and high prices persist, eroding public trust in the government’s management of oil resources.
Key Demands:
– Operational Local Refineries: A clear roadmap for revitalizing and operationalizing local refineries to ensure self-sufficiency in petroleum products and reduce import reliance.
– Regulations Against Substandard Imports: Strict regulations to prevent the importation of substandard petroleum products, safeguarding Nigerians’ health and safety.
– New Leadership: Appointment of a qualified individual with integrity and expertise to restore public confidence in the oil sector.
– Investigation and Accountability: Immediate establishment of a committee to investigate allegations of sleaze and fraud under Mele Kyari’s leadership, with potential prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The protesters criticized Mele Kyari’s management for failing to operationalize local refineries, despite the Federal Government’s $4 billion investment.
“Kyari’s continued leadership is detrimental to NNPCL and the Nigerian populace. It is time for new leadership that prioritizes accountability and efficiency,” they stated.
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