State Government Partners With Innoson To Cushion Effect Of Fuel Subsidy Removal

The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has earned public accolades over the measure taken to cushion the effect of fuel subsidy removal.

 

Truetells Nigeria reports that Umo, in a post via Twitter page, announced that his administration is partnering with Innoson Motors to provide palliatives, especially on transportation, due to the economic hardship caused by the removal of fuel subsidy.

He wrote: “I’m excited to partner with @innosonvehicles, Nigeria’s first indigenous auto manufacturing company led by Chairman, Chief Innocent Chukwuma, CON. Our collaboration aims to provide palliatives, especially in transportation, for our citizens affected by the removal of fuel subsidy.

“I am grateful to Chief Chukwuma for his support and commend his indomitable spirit in establishing the first indigenous auto manufacturing company.

“Together, we will work to alleviate the plight of our people and foster growth and pride in our nation”

Reacting to the post, many Nigerian commended the governor for taking a good measure towards alleviating the difficult situation of the masses.

@Spotlight_Abby wrote: “This is the way to go. Well done to you two”

@sire_sommy wrote: “Now, this is the way to go! Supporting the Nigerian people whole boosting the Nigerian economy with Nigerian funds. Kudos”

@clarita_ogar wrote: “This is good. That is exactly what I suggested here”

@jude_ukaigwe wrote: “Good partnership sir. Kudos to you, ensure to implement and sustain it. It appears that you have more ideas in cushioning the effects of subsidy than Tinubu Govt”

@paybosco wrote: “Nice one, and every other state should follow immediately”

@ChineduOnoyima wrote: “Greatest move so far by any current leader in Nigeria”

@FBlanks1 wrote: “Sir, my faith in your ability to deliver dividends of good governance to our dear State is ignited; may you succeed for us all”

@realTobiAkinbo wrote: “Mr Governor, when u say “I am” instead of “we” or “Awka Ibom”, is like the state is your private company, where u are a solo proprietor. Haven’t said that, can I get one happy hour”

@Iamhizeac wrote: “You have really done well with this Sir. You can also make sure the state government patronize Innoson motors at all levels. And bring that up in NEC and NGF meetings”

@UwemAkwang1 wrote: “Nice one Sir @_PastorUmoEno, but please if you can also make provisions for him to site his factory in Akwa Ibom, you would have also solved the problem of unemployment. Thanks and kind regards”