Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced that it will begin direct distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to filling stations nationwide starting Monday, September 15, 2025, with a corresponding reduction in pump prices.
In a statement released Thursday, the company said the gantry price has been lowered to N820 per litre, with retail prices varying by state. Fuel will sell at N841 per litre in Lagos and other South-Western states, while Abuja, Rivers, Delta, Edo, and Kwara states will have prices set at N851 per litre.
“The first phase of deployment will cover the Federal Capital Territory, Lagos, Kwara, Delta, Edo, Rivers, and South-West states, with nationwide expansion planned as more trucks are delivered,” the refinery said.
The programme will use compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered transport, a move expected to significantly reduce distribution costs.
“This transition to CNG-powered transportation is projected to save the Nigerian economy over N1.8 trillion annually. It aims to lower fuel distribution costs, reduce pump prices, and ease inflationary pressures,” the statement added.
Dangote Group said the initiative is set to benefit over 42 million micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by cutting energy costs and boosting profit margins. The company also noted that it is investing more than N720 billion into the programme, which will help revive dormant filling stations across the country.
The project is expected to create new jobs, including roles for truck drivers, filling station managers, and fuel attendants.
The refinery called on stakeholders to support the initiative, urging petrol station owners to register for free delivery and other benefits. “We invite fuel station operators, telecommunications companies, and large-scale fuel consumers to partner with this programme to ensure its success and maximise its economic impact,” it said.
