Petrol Scarcity Looms, as Petroleum Minister debunks fear

The federal government has debunked the claims that petroleum marketers in the country will stop the importation of petroleum products, following the claims that subsidies are yet to be paid.

Speaking with newsmen  in Abuja, the Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs Diezani Allison Madueke, while dismissing the threat by markets, assured Nigerians of sufficient availability and supply of petrol across the country.

In the last four weeks, residents of Abuja and environs have been going through tough times in getting the commodity.

The Minister However, called on petroleum marketers to desist from  hoarding the commodities as there is enough stock to sustain the country for a longer period. While apologising to Nigerians for the inconveniences in getting the commodity, the minister promised to deal with marketers found defaulting.

She further cleared the air on rumours that have been making rounds of her seeking asylum, that it's totally untrue.

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