Petroleum marketers in Nigeria are calling for clarity on the pricing of petrol from Dangote Refinery following recent announcements by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). The marketers have urged Dangote Refinery to disclose the exact price at which it sold petrol to NNPCL to ensure transparency in the sector.
The President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association (PETROAN), Billy Gillis-Harry, and the President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Abubakar Maigandi, voiced their concerns about the lack of transparency and potential price increases.
NNPCL announced new retail prices for petrol from Dangote Refinery, with prices varying across states. In Lagos, petrol is set at N950.22 per liter, while in Abuja and other regions, prices range from N999.22 to N1,019.22 per liter. This has sparked worries that petrol prices could rise further, potentially reaching around N1,200 per liter at independent marketers' stations.
The controversy began when NNPCL stated that Dangote Refinery sold petrol to them at N898 per liter. Dangote Group disputed this figure but did not provide the actual selling price. This discrepancy has led to confusion and dissatisfaction among marketers.
Gillis-Harry emphasized the need for Dangote Refinery to be transparent about its pricing to help marketers plan and operate effectively. He highlighted that without clear information, marketers are left in uncertainty.
Maigandi also expressed frustration, stating that independent marketers are waiting for NNPCL to release the prices at which they will purchase Dangote Petrol. He criticized the high costs and suggested that increasing the functionality of other refineries could help lower petrol prices.
With Dangote Refinery producing approximately 25 million liters of petrol daily, marketers argue that Nigeria cannot rely solely on domestic production to meet demand, suggesting that continued importation will be necessary.
As the situation evolves, stakeholders are pressing for clearer communication and fair pricing to stabilize the market and ensure transparency.
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