AYV News, March 10, 2026
Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, has explained that the recent increase in fuel pump prices is intended to enable the government to secure adequate supplies of petroleum products on the international market.
According to the Minister, the adjustment in pump prices is necessary to generate the financial resources required for the purchase of fuel, particularly during periods when the country’s existing stock runs low. He noted that the measure is part of efforts to maintain a stable supply of fuel and prevent prolonged shortages across the country.
However, the explanation has been challenged by the main opposition. The All People’s Congress (APC) Party’s National Publicity Secretary, Sidi Yaya Tunis, disagreed with the government’s justification, arguing that the increase in fuel prices is largely driven by taxes imposed on oil marketing companies.
Tunis maintained that these taxes contribute significantly to the final pump price paid by consumers and called for greater transparency in how fuel prices are determined.
The differing views highlight the ongoing debate surrounding fuel pricing in Sierra Leone, as citizens continue to monitor the impact of the adjustments on transportation costs and the prices of basic commodities.
