Dangote Petroleum Refinery will begin direct distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to filling stations across the country, beginning on Monday, September 15, 2025. The company in a statement also announced reduction in the price of the commodity to N820 per litre, with corresponding lower pump prices in several key states in the country.
According to the statement, PMS in South-Western states, including Lagos, will sell at N841 per litre while Abuja, Rivers, Delta, Edo, and Kwara States will sell at N851 per litre. “The first phase of the deployment will cover the Federal Capital Territory, Lagos, Kwara, Delta, Edo, Rivers and South West states, with nationwide expansion planned as additional trucks are delivered.
“This transition to CNGpowered transportation is expected to save the Nigerian economy over N1.8 trillion annually. The move is designed to cut fuel distribution costs, reduce pump prices, and ease inflationary pressures. “In particular, the initiative is expected to benefit more than 42 million micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by lowering energy costs and improving profit margins,” the company announced.
It added that the Dangote Group is investing over N720 billion into the programme, which is also anticipated to revitalise dormant filling stations across the country. The project is expected to create numerous direct employment opportunities, including roles for truck drivers, filling station managers, and fuel attendants.
Dangote Group asked stakeholders, including fuel station operators, telecommunications companies, and large-scale fuel consumers to partner with the initiative to ensure its success and maximise its economic impact. It also filling station owners across the country to register for free delivery and other benefits associated with the new move.
