Removing the petroleum subsidy has been a contentious issue. Some past governments were hesitant to remove the subsidy, while others were self-interested and hypocritical in their stance. Certain politicians have changed their positions on the issue, with Bola Tinubu opposing removal in 2012, only to remove it in 2023. Atiku Abubakar also did a U-turn on his support for subsidy removal.

Further details on the complexities of the issue are available. The decision to remove the subsidy would typically involve careful consideration of alternative options and potential consequences.

The full discussion of the subsidy removal can be found in the article by Olu Fasan, which explores the history and politics surrounding the issue.