A commercial tricycle (keke) rider has gone viral online after sharing how skyrocketing fuel prices have eaten into his daily earnings. In a video circulating on social media, the rider explained that he started his workday with ₦5,000 worth of fuel, only to end the day with a profit of just ₦50.
Fuel prices in Nigeria remain high, averaging around ₦1,051 per litre as of March 26, 2026, though costs vary across regions and fuel stations.
The rider described his struggle:
“I filled fuel for ₦5,000 to start the day. By the time I counted everything at the end, I had only ₦5,050. My gain for the whole day is just ₦50.”
The video prompted widespread reactions online. Many sympathized with his situation, noting that ₦50 barely covers a meal, while others reflected on the challenges faced by daily commuters and the impact of rising fuel prices on low-income workers. Some even criticized government policies for allowing fuel costs to climb so steeply, highlighting the daily struggle for survival in Nigeria’s current economy.
The post has sparked conversation about the real-life consequences of inflation and the cost of living, with many calling for urgent solutions to ease the burden on everyday Nigerians.
Keke rider left in shock after spending ₦5,000 on fuel, worked all day, and ended up with just ₦50 profit 😔pic.twitter.com/wiZaBWhm7c
— Instablog9ja (@instablog9ja) March 25, 2026
