Naija News
Following the suspension of the planned removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has applauded the decision.
Recall that Muhammadu Buhari-led government on Monday announced that there won’t be fuel subsidy removal anytime soon due to perceived difficulties associated with it.
The development was disclosed by the Minister of Finance, Zainab Ahmed during a meeting with the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan and other principal officers of the Senate.
According to Ahmed, the Federal Government initially had plans to remove subsidy in July, after which they made provisions in the 2022 budget to cushion the effect but noted that the timing has become a huge challenge.
She further stated that the decision can not be taken until some steps are taken to protect the interest of Nigerians.
In a statement on Monday, APC Caretaker Committee spokesman, Sen. John James Akpanudoedehe, said the government took the decision in the interest of Nigerians.
The party commended President Buhari for always putting the welfare and well being of Nigerians first in implementing his programmes.
