**Fuel Prices Continue to Bite: Tinubu Deploys CNG Conversion Kits to Ease Burden** Fuel prices in Nigeria have been on the rise, leaving many motorists struggling to cope with the high cost of transportation. The current prices stand at N1,280 per litre in Abuja, N1,250 in Lagos, and N1,350 in Kano, making it difficult for people to commute to work and back. However, in a bid to alleviate the suffering of Nigerians, President Bola Tinubu has ordered the deployment of 100,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion kits across the country. This move is aimed at reducing dependence on petrol and easing the burden on motorists. Dangote, one of Nigeria's leading business conglomerates, has joined the fray by reducing the price of petrol by N100 at its gantries. This is a welcome development, but it is clear that the government's intervention is necessary to address the underlying issues driving up fuel prices. The Iran-US war has been a major contributor to the rise in fuel prices, but it is not the only factor. Distribution logistics and demand fluctuations have also played a role in the current price regime. As a result, transportation costs have increased, making it difficult for people to afford daily commute. In a meeting with the Executive Chairman of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (Pi-CNG), Ismaeel Ahmed, President Tinubu expressed his concern over the impact of the global conflict on Nigeria's energy costs. The President believes that the deployment of CNG conversion kits will not only reduce transportation costs but also provide an alternative energy source for Nigerians. The deployment of 100,000 CNG conversion kits is a significant step in the right direction, and it is hoped that it will lead to a reduction in fuel prices and transportation costs. This move is also expected to encourage the adoption of alternative energy sources, which will help to reduce Nigeria's dependence on petrol.