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The Sierra Leone Labour Congress, representing over three million workers nationwide, has expressed disappointment over the government’s recent fuel price reduction, describing it as insufficient and not reflective of the significant decline in global crude oil prices.
In a letter to President Julius Maada Bio dated June 29, 2026, the Labour Congress acknowledged the government’s responsiveness to its earlier appeal of June 25 but stated that the adjustment remains marginal compared to the fall in international crude benchmarks.
The government announced on Monday that petrol would be reduced from NLe35 to NLe33 per litre and diesel from NLe40 to NLe35 per litre following a meeting with Oil Marketing Companies.
The Labour Congress noted that the disparity continues to impose undue financial strain on workers, commuters, and households already burdened by high living costs.
The organization urged the President to direct the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority and the Ministry of Trade and Industry to undertake a further downward review of fuel pump prices that accurately corresponds to the current landed cost of petroleum products.
The Labour Congress said such action would deliver immediate economic relief to citizens and businesses, reinforce public confidence in government’s commitment to equitable economic management, and stimulate productivity through reduced transportation and operational costs.
The organization also requested an audience with the President to discuss the matter and other related issues.
