On May 29, 2023, President Tinubu’s administration made a promise to Nigerians: to provide Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to cushion the impact of fuel subsidy removal on vulnerable citizens. However, months have passed, and the promise remains unfulfilled. The question on every Nigerian’s mind is, “Where are the CNG buses?”
Was this promise just a political gimmick, a voodoo economic policy designed to pacify the masses without a concrete plan for implementation? It appears the government has put the cart before the horse, or rather, roofed the house without laying the foundation.
Nigerians deserve better than empty promises and half-baked policies. We deserve well-thought-out economic policies that address our needs and concerns. The removal of fuel subsidy was meant to be a bold step towards economic reform, but the failure to plan has made it an economic nightmare for the majority.
The CNG bus initiative was meant to ease transportation costs, but the delay has left many wondering if the government is committed to citizens’ welfare. Mr. President, we ask again, “Where are the CNG buses you promised us?”
We urge you to fulfill your promise and provide necessary support to Nigerians struggling to make ends meet. We deserve a responsive and transparent government. The CNG bus debacle is a classic example of policy failure and broken promises. We hope the government will learn from this experience and strive to do better.
Nigerians are waiting, Mr. President.
— Chief Peter Ameh
