Impact of Fuel Subsidy Removal on Tourism in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Case Study of Epe, Lagos Nigeria

This paper examines the impact of fuel subsidy removal on tourist behavior at the destination level. It focuses on the specific impact of fuel price increases on tourist spending patterns, investigates the relationship between fuel subsidy removal and length of stay in Epe, Lagos Nigeria with emerging tourism significance and recommends practical implications for hospitality and tourism sector adaptation strategies. Using quantitative design in which questionnaires were used to collect data, and analyzed with chi-square test of independence. The paper finds that fuel price increases have significantly impacted tourist spending patterns. The paper contributes refreshing insights useful for policy development, economic analysis, environmental considerations, market trends, investment decisions, consumer behaviour and regional development. The implications are vital for stakeholders, including local businesses, government officials, and community leaders to take informed decisions, navigate the challenges and opportunities arising from fuel subsidy removal and foster a resilient tourism sector in tourist destination areas.