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Commuters and motorists in major cities of Anambra State, including Awka, Onitsha, Nnewi, Umunze, and Ekwulobia, found themselves stranded as petrol stations across the state closed down without prior notice.
This sudden and widespread disruption has led to a significant increase in transportation fares, with commuters facing over 200 percent hikes in costs.
The closure of these petrol stations has created a severe shortage of fuel in the affected areas, causing a drastic reduction in the number of vehicles on the road.
As a result, those who managed to secure seats on the limited available buses were forced to pay exorbitant fares, with many having to resort to trekking to their destinations.
The reasons behind the closure of the petrol stations remain unclear, with some speculating that the stations may be on strike, while others suspect it to be a deliberate move by marketers to increase the pump price of fuel.
This development has left many commuters in a state of confusion and frustration, as the sudden fare hike has affected both inter-state and intra-state movements.
The situation has also led to a rise in the cost of goods and services, as transportation costs have increased across the board.
As of now, the state government and relevant authorities have not issued any statements regarding the closure of the petrol stations.
The public is eagerly awaiting an official explanation for the sudden disruption and the subsequent increase in transportation fares.
The situation in Anambra State has left commuters and motorists grappling with the uncertainty and inconvenience of a sudden fuel scarcity, and it remains to be seen how long this disruption will last and what measures will be taken to resolve the issue.
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