Nigeria, March 18 -- Since the removal of the fuel subsidy on May 29, 2023, by the federal government, life has become increasingly difficult for many families in Nigeria. While economic hardship did not begin with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration, the country had already been labeled the "poverty capital of the world" under former President Muhammadu Buhari. The current situation has only exacerbated widespread suffering, making even basic necessities a challenge for millions.

The removal of the subsidy has amplified an already dire economic landscape, pushing many Nigerians into deeper financial strain. Transportation costs have skyrocketed, limiting mobility and forcing people to reconsider their daily movements. The strug...