The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reduced fuel pump prices to ₦865 per litre in Lagos and ₦890 in Abuja.
This is a ₦10 decrease from the previous pricing of ₦875 and ₦900 per litre in both locations. The Cable checked numerous NNPC filling stations on Friday and discovered the increased rates.
Petrol was sold at ₦865 per litre at the company’s Abule Ado outlet in Lagos, and ₦890 per litre at the NNPC station in Abuja, located at the Federal Housing Authority, Kubwa.
On August 6, the NNPC reduced petrol prices to ₦875 in Lagos and ₦900 in Abuja, just two days after boosting them to ₦915 and ₦955, respectively.
On August 12, Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced a price reduction to ₦820 per liter, from ₦850.
The refinery reaffirmed its support for Nigeria’s economic progress, assuring the people of a consistent supply of petroleum products.
“As part of our unwavering commitment to national development, Dangote Petroleum Refinery assures the public of a consistent and uninterrupted supply of petroleum products,” according to the statement.
As part of its environmental efforts, the business announced plans to deploy 4,000 CNG-powered trucks for nationwide gasoline distribution.
Dangote continued: “We will commence the phased deployment of 4,000 CNG-powered trucks for fuel distribution across Nigeria, effective August 15, 2025.”