He disclosed that his (Petro Trade) filling stations were selling 3000 to 5000 gallons a day but the shortage caused them to sell 1000 to 1500 gallons a day. “We do that to manage the product and keep serving our people amidst the crisis caused by the shortage”. Mr. Kaydea further revealed that the abuse of the provisional lifting framework did not start with the current administration (Weah-Government), but began in the previous regime up to about 68%, and continues in the current regime. The Petro Trade chief has, however, advised government against the idea of instituting a petroleum product reserve, saying, “the idea is not necessary for now”. He gave no details about his advice to government but promised to do so appropriately through the relevant government entities and functionaries

Source: Front Page Africa February 20, 2020 04:30 UTC