ADDIS ABABA – Fuel tanker drivers have publicly refuted recent social media claims suggesting that the fuel supply issues from Djibouti to Ethiopia have been resolved and that large quantities of fuel are now en route to the country. The drivers explicitly stated that the information circulating online, which promised an end to fuel shortages, is false.
The rumors, which gained traction on various social media platforms recently, asserted that 'the issue in Djibouti has been resolved, and fuel is coming into the country in large quantities. They have started on the road. There will be no fuel problem from now on.' These claims had sparked hope among some segments of the public regarding the nation's fuel security.
However, sources close to the transportation sector, specifically tanker drivers involved in the critical Djibouti-Ethiopia fuel corridor, have directly challenged these assertions. Their denial casts doubt on the optimistic outlook presented by the social media narratives.
Djibouti serves as a vital gateway for Ethiopia's fuel imports, with the vast majority of the landlocked nation's petroleum products transiting through the port of Djibouti. Any disruption or perceived resolution in this supply chain has significant implications for Ethiopia's economy and daily life.
In light of the conflicting reports, Tikvah Ethiopia, a prominent local media outlet, has announced that it is actively collecting information on the matter. The outlet is reportedly gathering details from various sources, including drivers currently in Djibouti, to provide a comprehensive and accurate picture of the current fuel supply situation. This ongoing investigation aims to clarify the discrepancies between social media claims and the on-the-ground reality reported by those directly involved in fuel transportation.
Source: Telegram / tikvahethiopia