In the absence of oil price control under a deregulated regime, we urge operators of gasoline stations to ensure competitive prices by offering its customers discounts on fuel products.
This will benefit both the public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers and private motorists who are hurting from the incessant oil price increases as we continue to survive through the pandemic.
It is unconscionable at this time to amass earnings as high oil prices squeeze the people dry.
We also call on the government to release at once its promised subsidy to PUV drivers which has been funded in the 2022 budget.
In vetting the list of beneficiaries, we expect concerned agencies to be thorough so that no qualified PUV driver is left behind without any assistance.
