Nigerians are buzzing after a fresh fuel-price twist landed like a thunderbolt. Dangote Refinery has quietly but firmly cranked up petrol prices nationwide, adding a sharp ₦100 per litre to what motorists now pay at the pump.
Behind the scenes, the refinery’s gate price has climbed to ₦799 per litre, while consumers are now meeting petrol at about ₦839 per litre at partner outlets — a noticeable leap from the figures Nigerians got used to just weeks ago.
The refinery insists business is still moving smoothly. Its leadership says roughly 50 million litres of petrol are still being pushed into the local market every day, with trucks rolling and distribution running as usual across the country.
Industry whispers, however, suggest the price move may ripple far beyond Dangote’s stations. Market watchers are already predicting a domino effect that could push other fuel sellers to adjust their prices upward, stirring fresh anxiety among commuters and businesses.
Adding to the intrigue, the refinery recently leaned on imported fuel to keep supply steady during technical downtime at one of its key units — a move that may have influenced the sudden adjustment.
Ironically, just last December, assurances were made that petrol wouldn’t cross the ₦740 mark nationwide, a promise meant to squeeze out fuel importers. Fast forward to now, and that line has been quietly erased.
As of late evening, pumps across the country are already flashing prices between ₦805 and ₦830, and Nigerians are bracing for what could come next.
One thing is clear: the fuel conversation is heating up again — and wallets are feeling the burn. 🚗⛽
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