The Federal Government has given approval for marketers to begin the lifting of premium motor spirit commonly known as fuel from the Dangote Refinery without going through the Nigerian National Petroluem Company Limited (NNPCL).
According to a Friday statement by The Minister of Finance and the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun disclosed this in a statement while giving an update on direct purchase of PMS by petroleum product marketers.
Edun said the move followed a directive from the Federal Executive Council (FEC) and the implementation of the new naira-based sales mechanism.
According to the Minister, the FEC meeting focused on assessing the transition towards a deregulated market structure for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and addressing the change in the purchasing model for petroleum product marketers.
“New Direct Purchase Model: The most significant change under the new regime is that petroleum product marketers can now purchase PMS directly from local refineries.
“This marks a departure from the previous arrangement where the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPCL) served as the sole purchaser and distributor of PMS from the refineries.
“This direct purchasing mechanism allows marketers to negotiate commercial terms directly with the refineries, fostering a more competitive market environment and enabling a smoother supply chain for petroleum products.
“Local Production of PMS: With the commencement of local PMS production, the market is better equipped to support these direct transactions.
“This transition is expected to enhance efficiency in product availability and stabilize market conditions for the benefit of all Nigerians,” Edun said.
He assured the committee is ready to provide clarity regarding changes in the market.
“The Committee recognizes that there are questions and discussions regarding this change in the market structure.
“We are committed to providing clarity on this development and will continue to engage with stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition process.” he assured.
