Fuel prices in Kano State have surged dramatically, with a litre now selling for between ₦900 and ₦950 at the few filling stations that remain open.
This sharp increase has had a ripple effect, leading to a doubling of fares for commercial tricycle operators within the metropolitan local government areas.
The sudden spike in fuel prices comes just days after the nationwide #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests, which highlighted widespread public discontent over economic hardship and poor governance.
As of Tuesday, most filling stations in Kano city have shut down operations, exacerbating the fuel scarcity.
The few stations that are still selling have seen long queues of vehicles, as desperate motorists scramble to buy fuel at the inflated prices.
Before the protests, fuel was selling for between ₦780 and ₦850 per litre.
However, the ongoing scarcity has driven prices up further, with black market sellers also capitalizing on the situation.
According to Punch, investigations revealed that a litre of fuel on the black market now costs between ₦1,100 and ₦1,200, depending on the location.
The impact of the price hike is being felt acutely by commuters, with tricycle operators—commonly known as “Keke NAPEP”—increasing their fares by about 100 percent.
Many residents have expressed frustration over the sudden rise in transportation costs, which has added to the financial burden on households already struggling with the high cost of living.