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Marketers Oppose NNPC’s Sole Off-taker Status For Dangote Petrol

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2 years ago

September 4, 2024

Marketers have expressed strong concerns over the designation of NNPC Limited as the sole off-taker of petrol from the Dangote Refinery, warning that the move could create a monopoly and lead to profiteering in the downstream sector of the petroleum industry.

NNPC has historically been the sole importer of petrol into the country, while marketers and other stakeholders have struggled to secure the necessary foreign exchange to compete with the national oil company.

Speaking to Vanguard, the Public Relations Officer of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Chief Chinedu Ukadike, stated that while marketers are not opposed to the government’s decision to increase the pump price of petrol, they strongly object to NNPC being the sole off-taker of the product from Dangote.

He emphasized the importance of making the product available to all marketers operating in the downstream sector.

“The most important thing is availability,” Ukadike said.

“We are not against the increase in fuel prices as marketers, but the fuel must be available for us to buy. The arrangement between Dangote and NNPC, which makes NNPC the sole off-taker, should be reconsidered. As major stakeholders and independent marketers, we believe Dangote should be allowed to sell directly to us. The distribution should be open so that other stakeholders can purchase the product, just like NNPC.”

He further argued that, “NNPC is also a competitor in the downstream sector, and it is wrong to single out one competitor among others, giving them exclusive access to petrol while others remain dependent on a single source. This will lead to monopoly, profiteering, and stagnation in the distribution process.”

Ukadike called on the Federal Government to intervene, stating, “It is crucial that what is good for one is good for all. IPMAN should be given the opportunity to obtain products directly because we can quickly distribute them, as we have a wide reach across the country and are reliable.”

Engr. Atinuke Owolabi, President of the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria, Lagos Chapter, also weighed in on the issue. She said, “We need to confirm the price from Dangote. I read that the federal government said they did not instruct NNPCL to increase fuel prices. I still do not understand why NNPCL wants Dangote to supply them directly. Dangote should distribute to everyone who wants to buy fuel. It is dangerous for NNPCL to be the sole distributor of Dangote fuel.”

“We do not want a monopoly again. Let Dangote distribute to all marketers so that we all have access to the fuel, which belongs to the people. It seems there are some cabals within NNPCL, and we need to be very careful,” she added.

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Why We Sited Our Multi-Billion Naira Automobile Firm Branch in Benin – Skyewise Group CEO

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1 day ago

May 4, 2026

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Dr. Elvis Abuyere, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Skyewise Group, an automobile firm, has explained the reason for establishing a branch of the company in Benin City, the Edo State capital, describing the ancient city as “a growing economy full of enormous potential for vibrant youth.”

He added that the company considers Edo State one of the most interesting states, noting that the decision aligns with its long-term vision.

Abuyere, who spoke in Benin on Monday while taking journalists on a tour of the new automobile facility, said:
“We started very small — from Abuja to Lagos and now Benin. It is a joy and privilege for us to have completed this amazing regional office with Skyewise Group.”

According to him, beyond the automobile business, Skyewise Group is in Benin to invest in real estate, logistics, youth empowerment, and credit management. “Aand also to lend our support to what the Edo State Government is doing, knowing the fact that there is an agenda,” he added.

The young CEO urged youths in Nigeria, particularly those in Edo State, to embrace entrepreneurship, stressing that “we believe it is the future of Africa,” especially Nigeria.

He said Nigeria stands as the giant of Africa and that its youth must take bold steps in the entrepreneurship landscape.

According to Abuyere, to ensure Edo youths actualise their entrepreneurial potential, the company has prepared soft loans to help them start businesses, adding that Skyewise Group is not limited to automobile operations.

He said: “More importantly to us is youth empowerment. We want our youth to be empowered, and this is where the Skyewise Foundation comes in.

“We believe the future of Africa is entrepreneurship, and that future lies in the hands of the young people of Nigeria. We want to empower them to stand the test of time, build something meaningful, and reduce unemployment and insecurity in our land.

“I believe we need to begin taking bold steps by refining the mindset of our young people. We need to give them a sense of belonging and direction.

“We have been addressing the liquidity gap in society by providing microloans to support businesses in our environment and in Benin City.”

When asked why he chose Benin City for the multi-billion naira automobile firm, Abuyere noted: “I think this is the first automobile showroom in Edo State where you can see a car lifted from the ground floor to the first floor and beyond.”

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JUST IN: Nigerian Filling Stations Reduce Fuel Price After Hike

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3 days ago

May 2, 2026

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Nigerian filling stations reduced their Premium Motor Spirit price on Saturday, barely 24 hours after the hike.

Checks by DAILY POST showed that Ranoil, Empire Energy, and other filling stations in Abuja adjusted their petrol pumps to N1,365 and N1,375 per litre respectively, down from N1,440 per litre on Friday.

This means that petroleum marketers dropped their fuel price by N65 and N75 per litre. DAILY POST reports that the move was to attract patronage from customers.

Recall that three days ago, Nigerian filling stations had raised their petrol pump price to between N1,365 and N1,440 nationwide after Dangote Refinery and depot owners increased ex-depot prices to around N1,275 and N1,290 per litre.

According to DAILY POST, while the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and MRS Bovas filling stations raised their petrol price to around N1,365 per litre, others adjusted theirs above N1,440 per litre.

However, with the latest fuel price reduction by Ranoil and Empire Energy, the majority of filling station outlets now dispense petrol between N1,365 and N1,375 per litre.

This development comes as the ripple effect of crude oil prices continues to impact Nigeria’s domestic fuel price.

Brent and West Texas Intermediate crude rose to $114 and $105 per barrel before dropping to $108 and $101 after the filing of this report.

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Dangote Refinery Hikes Petrol Price

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6 days ago

April 29, 2026

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Dangote Refinery has increased the ex-depot price of petrol by N75.

The refinery announced the increase on Wednesday, hiking the the price from N1,200 to N1,275 per litre.
In the same way, coastal prices have gone up to N1,215 per litre.

This adjustment amid Brent crude trading at $114.80 per barrel marks a 3.15% increase.

DAILY POST reports that Brent crude has increased to $115 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate rose to $103 per barrel on Wednesday.