Group vows to occupy filling stations nationwide if toxic fuel importation allegation is not investigated

Following allegations of toxic fuel imported into the country, a group of concerned citizens of Nigeria has given a seven-day ultimatum to the authorities a seven-day ultimatum to launch an investigation. 

In a statement signed by its National President, Eshiofeh Collins, the group, Nigeria Citizens’ Watch for Good Governance said the alleged importation of substandard petroleum products was violating the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA, and endangering the health of Nigerians.

The group also stated that substandard fuel quality can damage automotive engines and exacerbate poverty.

For this reason, they are calling for an immediate investigation by “the Department of State Services, DSS, the Police, and other relevant agencies into these harmful practices,” with insistence that any individual found guilty must be brought to book.

According to them, “If the ultimatum expires on Thursday without action from the authorities,” they would “mobilize Nigerians to peacefully occupy filling stations and jetties nationwide.

“These actions have severe consequences, including economic sabotage and significant environmental damage.

“The health risks are also alarming, with potential respiratory diseases and reduced life expectancy, particularly in the Niger Delta region.

“We issue a seven-day ultimatum, expiring on Thursday, for authorities to address these issues. Failure to act will compel us to mobilize Nigerians to peacefully occupy filling stations and jetties nationwide.”