Fuel Scarcity: Buhari Apologises To Nigerians

President Muhammadu Buhari has apologised to Nigerians for the biting fuel scarcity that has resulted in unending queues in the few filling stations that have the product.
In a statement personally signed by him and posted on his verified twitter handle, the President admitted that the scarcity across the country is regrettable.
Buhari, who said that he is being briefed regularly on the matter, gave assurance that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is addressing the matter and would soon be over.
“The fuel scarcity being experienced nationwide is regrettable. I sympathize with all Nigerians on having to endure needless fuel queues.
“I’m being regularly briefed, especially on the NNPC’s interventions to ensure that there is enough petrol available during this period & beyond.
“I have the NNPC’s assurance that the situation will improve significantly over the next few days, as new shipments and supplies are distributed across the country.
“I have also directed the regulators to step up their surveillance and bring an end to hoarding and price inflation by marketers.
“Let me also assure that the relevant agencies will continue to provide updates on the situation. I thank you all for your patience and understanding.”[myad]