Ibadan Commuters Reportedly Stranded as Fuel Stations Halt Sale
Commuters in various parts of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, reportedly faced significant challenges on Monday as fuel stations across the city ceased operations, leading to widespread transport disruptions.
Civil servants and other commuters were reportedly left stranded at bus stops, unable to find vehicles or motorcycles (Okadas) for their daily commute.
The situation worsened as many fuel stations visited by TribuneOnline were found locked, with no signs of activity.
Mrs. Adenike Jayeola, a civil servant, expressed her frustration, stating, “I’ve been standing here since a few minutes past 7 am waiting for a bus or tricycle to board to no avail. I believe this is because most fuel stations are not open.”
Mr. Sanjo, another commuter, echoed similar sentiments, saying, “I’ve been here for the past thirty minutes without finding a vehicle or Okada to board, and I am already late for work.”
Last Thursday, TribuneOnline reported on a meeting held by petroleum marketers under the Independent Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Ibadan depot, which covers Oyo, Osun states, and environs.
The meeting raised concerns about a possible review of petroleum products’ pump prices.
However, IPMAN Chairman for Ibadan Depot, Alhaji Bukola Mutiu, clarified to TribuneOnline that the meeting did not discuss any fuel pump price review, whether upward or downward.
Efforts to reach the petroleum marketers or the Oyo State Government for comments on the situation were unsuccessful at the time of filing this report.
