Tinubu paying more on fuel subsidy than before- El-rufai

Former Governor of Kaduna State Nasir El-Rufai has said the federal government is paying more on fuel subsidies now than before.

El-rufai made the revelation while fielding questions from journalists in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.

El-Rufai emphasized, “The federal government is presently subsidizing fuel, a fact that may elude many.” He went on to endorse the policy shift, expressing his longstanding support for withdrawing the oil subsidy.

However, he acknowledged the complexities involved in policy implementation, noting that despite initial intentions, the government found itself compelled to reinstate the subsidy due to unforeseen challenges. “Currently, the government is allocating a substantial amount for subsidy, surpassing previous levels,” he remarked.