Petrol Subsidy Removal Forced 40% Of Kano Auto Mechanics Out Of Business — Says NATA

The Nigerian Automobile Technicians Association, (NATA) Kano State Council has raised alarm over the negative impact of the petrol subsidy removal on the livelihoods of the association’s members.

Kano NATA Chairman, Yahya Ibrahim decried the situation during a courtesy visit to the Chairman, Rano Local Government Council, Muhammad Yau.

Ibrahim highlighted the severe poverty being faced by mechanics as a result of the policy.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Zonal Information officer, Rabiu Kura, on Wednesday.

The statement revealed that, “40 per cent of mechanics in Kano are out of business due to the fuel subsidy removal, a situation that rapidly led to the decline of patronage of motorists.”

It explained that low patronage from motorists, who are struggling with the ongoing economic challenges, has led to a significant decline in business.

The statement called on the Kano State Government to intervene and provide support to help mechanics stay afloat.

The visit coincides with preparations for the NATA’s upcoming local government council election.

Earlier, the association’s Secretary, Sani Umar, praised Governor Abba Yusuf for his commitment to establishing a mechanical village in Kano.

In his remarks, the council Chairman, Muhammad Yau, thanked them for the visit and prayed for a successful election.