An old NNPC signboard has gone viral on social media, taking many Nigerians back to the days when life felt easier. The photo shows a simple price board from the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation. It lists petrol at ₦65 per litre and kerosene at ₦50.…....
The sign is from the mid-2000s, when the government kept fuel prices low with heavy subsidies. At that time, a full tank of petrol cost less than what many people now spend on a few litres. The post quickly got hundreds of likes and comments.
People wrote things like “There was a country” and “Once upon a time in Nigeria.” Some young users could not believe the prices were real. Others said the image made them sad about how things have changed.Today, in April 2026, petrol sells for more than ₦1,200 per litre across the country. The price jumped sharply after the government removed fuel subsidies in 2023.
Many families now spend a big part of their money on transport, food and other goods that have become costly because of higher fuel prices.The old signboard has sparked fresh talks online. It reminds older Nigerians of better days and leaves younger ones wondering how things got so expensive so fast. For now, the viral image is more than just a photo – it is a painful reminder of what Nigeria used to be.
