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Nigeria To Introduce Fuel Taxes Later

The Minister of Finance says fuel taxes will be introduced when the economy stabilises and Nigerians' income levels can accommodate the additional costs. This means that people will have to pay more for fuel in the future.

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The government wants to use the revenue generated from the taxes to develop infrastructure and establish fuel reserves. Has fuel become more expensive where you live?

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