IPMAN-Dangote Deal: Nigerians to smile as Fuel Prices might Drop

By Admin

In a move that could lead to a reduction in fuel prices, the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and Dangote Petroleum Refinery have signed a groundbreaking agreement.

The agreement will allow IPMAN to source products directly from the Dangote Refinery, ensuring a more affordable and consistent supply of petroleum products across Nigeria

IPMAN’s National President, Abubakar Garima, gave the assurance at a News briefing in Abuja, following a meeting with Dangote’s management.

Garima told newsmen that arrangement would facilitate the delivery of Petroleum Motor Spirit (PMS), Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), and Dual Purpose Kerosene (DPK) directly to IPMAN’s depots and retail outlets, ensuring a steady flow of affordable fuel nationwide.

Energy expert Kelvin Emmanuel shared his optimism, stating that this partnership would eliminate additional costs associated with financing and margins typically added by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC).
He highlighted that by removing these costs, fuel prices could decrease significantly, benefiting Nigerian consumers.

The agreement is also expected to streamline the fuel supply chain, reducing reliance on imports and improving logistics efficiency. However, industry stakeholders caution that several factors, such as exchange rates, logistics, and market negotiations, will continue to influence the final retail price.

As Nigerians await potential relief from high fuel costs, the implications of this new agreement could be pivotal in making fuel more accessible and affordable.