Dangote Petroleum Refinery has raised the price of petrol supplied to marketers from N699 per litre to N799 per litre, with MRS filling stations now retailing the fuel at N839 per litre.

In a statement released Monday evening, the refinery explained that the adjustment follows the end of the festive season. “With the festive period concluded, PMS prices have been modestly realigned to sustainable levels to support long-term market stability and affordability. Under the current alignment, the PMS gantry price is N799 per litre, while MRS retail outlets are selling at N839 per litre,” it said.

The refinery reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining stable pricing and a steady supply of petrol across the country. It noted that petrol prices were temporarily reduced during the festive season to ease financial pressure on households during high spending periods.

According to the statement, this is the second consecutive festive season in which Dangote Petroleum absorbed additional costs in the national interest, citing logistics support in 2024 and a price cut in 2025 as measures to keep fuel affordable and ensure market stability.

The refinery also expressed concern that many filling stations did not apply the temporary price reduction at the pumps, depriving Nigerians of the intended benefits.