…By Larry John for TDPel Media.
While some have experienced negative effects on their businesses due to increased transportation costs, others are yet to feel the impact.
The transportation cost for firewood from Nasarawa state to the FCT has increased from N45,000 to N65,000 for the same quantity of firewood.
Impact on Charcoal Sellers:
Currently, she continues to sell charcoal at the normal price of N100 per nylon bag.
These sellers hope for improvements in the economic situation and urge the government to implement measures to alleviate the challenges posed by the removal of fuel subsidy.