- The Nigerian government has announced a six-month VAT exemption on diesel.
- This is in response to the removal of the petrol subsidy and the increase in fuel prices.
- The government is also committed to providing compressed natural gas (CNG) buses to ease public transportation difficulties.
- The average retail price of diesel has increased by 8.57%.
- The government will also provide funds for micro and small-scale enterprises.
- The Federal Government will start paying N75,000 to 15 million households at N25,000 per month for three months.
- A sub-committee will be formed to work out the details of implementing government interventions to cushion the effect of fuel subsidy removal.
- The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) will consider the government’s offers and may suspend the planned strike for further consultations.
Source: africa.businessinsider.com
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