Benitez Extends Personal Fuel Aid to 1,780 Jeepney Drivers

Deputy Speaker and Congressman Albee Benitez will lead the distribution of fuel subsidy cards to 1,780 jeepney drivers today, April 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM at his office.

Each driver will receive ₱1,000 worth of fuel subsidy, funded entirely from the personal funds of Cong. Benitez as part of his direct assistance to drivers affected by rising fuel costs.

“Sa panahon nga nagasaka ang presyo sang krudo, indi naton pagbayaan ang aton mga driver nga naga serbisyo adlaw-adlaw sa aton komunidad,” Benitez said.

The distribution is expected to benefit drivers from various transport groups across the city, many of whom continue to face financial strain due to fluctuating fuel prices due oil crisis. The use of fuel subsidy cards is intended to ensure that the assistance is immediately usable and directly supports their livelihood.

This effort forms part of Benitez’s continuing initiatives to provide responsive and immediate relief to essential sectors, particularly those most vulnerable to economic challenges, a statement from his office said.*