In a bid to address the dynamics of petrol pricing, oil marketers have engaged in deliberations with Dangote Refinery, proposing a benchmark price of N550 per litre for petrol within the Lagos region. Alhaji Abubakar Migandi Garima, President of IPMAN, revealed that these discussions are centered around various factors including pricing mechanisms, profit margins, and…
Commendation for Oil Revenue Directive Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his recent directive to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) to channel all crude oil proceeds into the Consolidated Revenue Fund at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Speaking in Abuja, Ndume emphasized the significance of this…
Illegal Oil Bunkering: Operational breakthrough by the troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, executed a successful clearance operation at Umuedeokwara Community, Odogwa Town in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State. This decisive action led to the discovery and busting of a meticulously concealed illegal oil bunkering site. The operation was prompted by credible intelligence,…
Port-Harcourt Refinery in a Test-Run Phase- OGM News: The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has initiated the supply of crude oil for the test-running of the Port Harcourt Refining Company Limited. Oil marketers have confirmed this development, emphasizing that the refinery will produce Premium Motor Spirit (petrol), Automotive Gas Oil (diesel), and other products…
The Tisun Community Management Council (TCMC) has issued a stern ultimatum, threatening to halt oil and gas production in the Warri North Local Government Area from January 1, 2024. This move, spearheaded by Chairman David Odeli, reflects the growing frustration of the oil and gas-rich community, citing persistent neglect, environmental hazards, and health challenges as…
Dangote Refinery and the Struggle for Crude Feedstock Recent developments in Nigeria’s oil sector downstream have brought to light a stark paradox – a nation blessed with vast oil reserves is struggling to achieve self-sufficiency in refining. At the forefront of this issue is the Dangote Refinery, which had high hopes of revolutionizing the industry….
The Nigerian Army’s 6 Division, in a well-coordinated operation, dismantled 37 illegal oil refining sites in the Niger Delta region. This is part of the ongoing efforts to curb illegal oil bunkering and restore stability to the region. According to military reports, these sites were involved in the illicit processing of crude oil, contributing to…
A significant disagreement emerged between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Refinery over the pricing of petrol following the refinery’s first supply to the national petroleum company. The disagreement centers on the price per liter of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), which was supplied at N898, sparking a debate over the basis for…
The Dangote Refinery, a major player in Nigeria’s petroleum industry, has released the projected prices for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at NNPC Retail Stations nationwide for September 2024. These prices vary significantly by region, reflecting transportation costs, demand, and other logistical factors. The pricing information shows a notable difference between northern and southern states, with…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially confirmed that the first batch of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) will be loaded from the Dangote Refinery on Sunday, 15th September. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is overseeing the loading process, signaling a critical step in Nigeria’s goal toward energy independence. The announcement was made by…
