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By Editorial,
Fuel shortages that hit parts of Nigeria last week have escalated, bringing several businesses to a halt, including in commercial hub Lagos.
Public transport users were left stranded yesterday as operators pulled services, while some of those who obtained transportation were made to pay higher fares, privately-owned broadcaster Channels Television reported.
Local media reports say motorists are scrambling and queuing for fuel for hours at the petrol stations still operating.
Many stations have closed, citing shortages in supplies from the formerly state-owned oil company, which has seen black market retailers sell oil by up to three times the normal price. END.