Fuel Scarcity: Ondo govt intervenes, as marketers assure of improved supply 

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The Ondo State Government on Wednesday addressed the fuel scarcity crisis gripping the nation.

The office of the Special Adviser on Special Duties and Strategy, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, convened a meeting with the leadership of Independent and Major Petroleum Marketers to address the issue.

State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa directed an immediate intervention to tackle the fuel shortage, leading to these meetings.

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Government officials sought and obtained the support of the marketers. As a result, the fuel situation began showing signs of improvement on Wednesday.

The marketers advised the public to refrain from panic buying, assuring that the logistical issues causing disruptions in the supply chain would be resolved soon.