Atiku vows to restore fuel subsidy, boost naira if elected 2027 president

Atiku Abubakar, ADC presidential candidate, reiterated his promise to restore fuel subsidy to strengthen the naira and improve Nigerians' living conditions if he wins the 2027 election. He made the statement on X (formerly Twitter), saying his stance on subsidy has not changed and will not change, advocating targeted subsidies to return purchasing power to citizens.

The removal of fuel subsidy in mid-2023 led to sharp increases in pump prices, transport fares, and general inflation, squeezing household budgets. Restoring subsidies—even if targeted—could lower fuel costs, ease pressure on the naira by reducing import demand, and affect prices of goods and services nationwide. For voters, this policy signals a clear economic direction ahead of the 2027 elections.

Atiku said he wants wages to regain value, farmers to keep more of their profits, families to afford basics, and businesses to grow. He did not specify the subsidy amount, funding source, or exact target groups, leaving details unclear. Voters may consider how feasible a subsidy reinstatement is given fiscal constraints and whether alternative measures like tax cuts or social transfers could achieve similar goals. Will you support a candidate who promises to bring back fuel subsidies, or do you prefer other approaches to tackle inflation and currency weakness?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/26/ill-make-naira-stronger-atiku-insists-on-restoring-fuel-subsidy/