Tricycle Riders Protest Hardship In Delta

Tricycle riders in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State took to the streets on Wednesday to protest against the recent hike in fuel price.

The protest led to disruption of business activities and vehicular movement in the area.

The tricyclists, who depend on fuel for their daily operations, blocked major junctions, including Deco Road Junction, First-Marine Gate Junction, and the popular Hausa Quarters in Igbudu.

The demonstration reportedly began early in the morning, with hundreds of tricycle operators converging on key intersections, which caused severe traffic gridlock.

“We are struggling to make ends meet as fuel prices continue to rise. The increase is unsustainable for us,” Samuel Okoro, a tricycle rider and leader of the protest told Daily Trust

They voiced their frustration over the escalating costs, which they say have made it difficult to maintain their livelihoods.