Nigerians face potential fuel shortage as tanker drivers announce shutdown date

  • Petroleum products tanker drivers in Nigeria have threatened to suspend operations from Monday, February 19
  • The drivers lament high operating costs and other challenges as reasons for their decision to stop lifting petrol
  • If the association carries out its directive next week, Nigerians may face an imminent fuel scarcity across the country

Legit.ng journalist Victor Enengedi has over a decade’s experience covering Energy, MSMEs, Technology and the stock market.

The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners, NARTO, has announced its decision to halt operations starting Monday, February 19.