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Marketers count losses as NNPC slashes petrol price
Marketers count losses as NNPC slashes petrol price
Petroleum product marketers have expressed frustration over financial losses following the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPC) recent reduction in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol).
On Easter Monday, NNPC retail outlets across major cities adjusted their pump prices, with Lagos stations dropping from N925 to N880 per litre, while Abuja saw a similar drop to N880. In Kano, the price was revised from N950 to N935 per litre.
The unexpected price cut comes just days after the Dangote Refinery reduced its ex-depot price from N865 to N835 per litre—further intensifying pricing pressure on independent marketers who had stocked up at previous, higher rates.
The $20bn refinery also directed its partners like MRS, Heyden, and Ardova to sell a litre of petrol at the rate of N890 instead of N920 in Lagos, N900 in the South West, N910 in the South-South, and N920 in the North East.
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This newspaper observes that the new NNPC prices in Kano, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Lagos are N10-N15 lower than that of the Dangote refinery, signalling another price war between the two companies.
Our correspondent reports that some NNPC filling stations are still selling at the old rate. But marketers said these stations were given the liberty to exhaust old stock before adjusting to the new prices.
In an interview with our correspondent, the National Vice President of the Independent Marketers Association of Nigeria, Hammed Fashola, confirmed the price reduction, stressing that filling station operators were losing money.
He told our correspondent that NNPC Retail sent a memo to its outlets to effect the new prices.
“It is confirmed that NNPC has reduced PMS prices. It is now N880 per litre in Lagos. They sent messages to their retail outlets. Some of them have already put the price at N880. However, they allow those having old stock to continue selling at the old rate. Some are still selling at N910.
“Those are the ones that still have their old stock. So, the same thing applies to independent marketers. Those that have their old stock are still trying to see how they can dispense it,” he stated.
While acknowledging that the fluctuation in fuel prices is one part of deregulation, Fashola declared that marketers are losing money.
“The price reduction is a welcome development, but at the same time, it has a negative impact on the side of the marketers. We are losing money. That’s just the truth. We are losing money. That’s the bitter truth,” he said.
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According to him, the price cuts are good for the masses, but marketers pay the price.
“On the side of the masses, Nigerians are better for it. People are getting cheaper fuel now, which is good. That’s the beauty of deregulation that we are talking about. There’s nothing anybody can do about it. But marketers are the ones bearing the losses, seriously.
Asked if there is any way to reduce the losses, he replied, “On the part of marketers, what we can do is just to try as much as possible to try and sell. We will reduce prices to a level that, at least, our losses will not be too much. So, you will be able to get rid of your old stock before you go to the market to buy at the new rate and start selling at the new rate.
On whether the petrol price could drop to N800 or N700 soon, Fashola refused to make projections.
“I don’t want to predict that. You know, two major factors determine this – the crude oil price and our exchange rate. So, I don’t want to predict the price. All these things have their implications. If the crude oil comes down to something like $50 per barrel, it has its own implications for our economy. It will affect the government revenue. At the same time, inflation and all that are also there. So, I don’t want to predict that,” he stated.
Recall that the Dangote refinery resumed price cuts after the Federal Government directed that the naira-for-crude deal should continue indefinitely.
Marketers count losses as NNPC slashes petrol price
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Naira Could Trade Below ₦1,000/$ With Dangote Refinery at Full Capacity — Otedola
Naira Could Trade Below ₦1,000/$ With Dangote Refinery at Full Capacity — Otedola
Billionaire businessman Femi Otedola has projected that the naira could strengthen to trade below ₦1,000 per US dollar as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery achieves full operational capacity. The prediction comes as Nigeria anticipates a major boost in domestic fuel production, potentially reducing import dependence and easing pressure on the foreign exchange market.
Otedola made the projection in a post on X, congratulating Aliko Dangote on the refinery reaching its designed processing capacity of 650,000 barrels per day (bpd). He described the milestone as a historic moment for Nigeria’s energy sector, saying it could positively impact the naira exchange rate, foreign reserves, and overall economic stability.
According to Otedola, the refinery’s capacity to produce up to 75 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) daily positions Nigeria to meet domestic fuel demand and even generate surplus for export. He highlighted that this would reduce the country’s reliance on imported petroleum products, which historically exerted heavy pressure on the naira and foreign exchange resources.
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“With domestic refining now firmly underway after decades of reliance on imports, pressure on the foreign exchange market should ease significantly, potentially pushing the naira below ₦1,000/$ before year-end,” Otedola said. He also noted that the EFCC and monetary authorities’ support in maintaining a conducive economic environment would complement these gains.
The Dangote Refinery, located in the Lekki Free Zone, Lagos, is Africa’s largest single-train refinery. Experts say that reaching full production will conserve billions of dollars previously spent on importing refined petroleum products and strengthen Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves. Plans are also underway to expand refining capacity to 1.4 million bpd, with increased production of petrochemicals like polypropylene and linear alkyl benzene, further reducing industrial import dependence.
Economic analysts have welcomed the refinery’s milestone but caution that naira stability will still depend on broader macroeconomic reforms, oil prices, foreign capital inflows, and Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) policies. Nevertheless, Otedola’s projection reflects renewed optimism that domestic refining capacity could be a turning point for the Nigerian economy, energy security, and the foreign exchange market.
Naira Could Trade Below ₦1,000/$ With Dangote Refinery at Full Capacity — Otedola
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Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price to ₦774, Ends PMS Bonus Window
Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price to ₦774, Ends PMS Bonus Window
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE has announced a reduction in the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, by ₦25 per litre, lowering the ex-depot rate from ₦799 to ₦774 per litre. The new pricing took immediate effect on Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
The refinery notified petroleum marketers through its Group Commercial Operations Department, stating:
“This is to notify you of a change in our PMS gantry price from ₦799 per litre to ₦774 per litre.”
Industry checks on platforms like petroleumprice.ng confirmed that the revised price has already been updated across petroleum pricing systems, ensuring transparency for downstream operators and consumers.
In the same notice, Dangote Refinery announced the end of its PMS lifting incentive programme, which had offered marketers bonuses for purchasing within specific volume thresholds. The refinery stated that credits for volumes loaded from 2 to 10 February 2026 would be posted to marketers’ accounts.
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Analysts say the simultaneous price cut and closure of the bonus window signals a shift from volume-driven incentives to a more stable and predictable pricing framework, as the refinery consolidates its domestic market share.
The move comes amid continued volatility in PMS prices following the full deregulation of Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector and the removal of fuel subsidies. In 2025, ex-depot prices fluctuated between ₦700 and over ₦800 per litre, driven by exchange rate pressures, global crude oil prices, and reliance on imported fuel, which in turn pushed pump prices higher nationwide.
With a production capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, Dangote Refinery — Africa’s largest single-train refinery — has become a key reference point for domestic fuel pricing. Its operations have helped moderate petrol prices, especially in southern and coastal distribution corridors, and reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imported fuel.
Industry observers note that the latest price reduction reflects easing production costs, improved operational efficiency, and increased competition from imported cargoes and modular refineries. As the refinery continues to expand, its pricing decisions are expected to influence national petrol rates, transportation costs, and inflationary pressures.
Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price to ₦774, Ends PMS Bonus Window
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Fuel Self-Sufficiency: Dangote Refinery Counters Misinformation on Petrol Imports
Fuel Self-Sufficiency: Dangote Refinery Counters Misinformation on Petrol Imports
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has clarified that there is no importation of finished Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) — commonly known as petrol — into Nigeria, countering recent reports suggesting otherwise. The company stated that locally refined petrol from the Dangote Refinery now meets a significant portion of Nigeria’s domestic demand, marking a major milestone in the country’s journey toward fuel self-sufficiency.
In a statement, the refinery dismissed claims that it imports finished PMS as false and misleading, stressing that such reports misrepresent its operations and could undermine public confidence in Nigeria’s local refining sector. The company also indicated that it has identified individuals behind these claims and warned that legal action may be pursued against parties spreading misinformation.
Oil marketers and industry observers confirm that the refinery has consistently supplied petrol to the Nigerian market, reducing reliance on imported fuel. The move has been welcomed by stakeholders, including the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), which advised its members to prioritize purchasing petrol from Dangote’s facility to support domestic refining and strengthen local fuel supply chains.
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This announcement comes amid broader efforts to revamp Nigeria’s state-owned refineries. Talks are ongoing between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) and technical partners to enhance capacity at existing refineries, aiming to further reduce the country’s dependence on imported petroleum products.
Analysts say that the rise of local refining through Dangote’s facility is poised to have several benefits for Nigeria, including stabilizing fuel supply, saving foreign exchange, and potentially moderating fuel prices. As the refinery ramps up production, Nigerians can expect more reliable access to locally refined petrol, signaling a shift from historical dependency on imported fuel toward greater energy self-reliance.
The Dangote Refinery, now one of the largest in Africa, continues to deliver substantial volumes of petrol and other refined products across Nigeria, underlining its central role in the country’s energy infrastructure and the nation’s ambition to achieve self-sufficiency in petroleum products.
Fuel Self-Sufficiency: Dangote Refinery Counters Misinformation on Petrol Imports
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