Many workers in Abuja are increasingly abandoning the use of their personal vehicles as rising fuel prices continue to put pressure on household incomes and transportation costs.

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The sharp increase in the cost of petrol has forced several residents, especially civil servants and private sector employees, to seek cheaper alternatives such as public transportation, carpooling, and commercial buses to reduce daily expenses.

Some workers who spoke on the situation lamented that maintaining personal vehicles has become too expensive due to the rising cost of fuel and general economic hardship. Others said they now leave their cars at home except for urgent movements.

Commercial transport operators have also adjusted fares upward in response to fuel costs, further affecting commuters across the Federal Capital Territory.

Economic analysts warn that the continuous rise in transportation expenses could negatively impact productivity and living standards, especially for low- and middle-income earners struggling with inflation and other economic challenges.

Residents have called on the government to introduce measures that would ease the burden on citizens as the cost of living continues to climb nationwide.