By Ayomide Otitoju
Nigeria’s recurring fuel scarcity and long queues at filling stations, often witnessed during festive seasons, appear to be easing following the impact of the Dangote Refinery’s Direct Delivery Scheme.
According to recent market data, the average pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) dropped from about ₦1,030 per litre in September 2024 to between ₦841 and ₦851 per litre in September 2025. The decline reflects the refinery’s growing role in stabilising supply and improving efficiency within the domestic fuel market.
A similar trend was observed for Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), or diesel. In September 2024, prices ranged between ₦1,400 and ₦1,700 per litre, depending on location, with northern states recording the highest prices. By September 2025, however, the average price had fallen to around ₦1,020 per litre, underscoring the refinery’s influence in reducing transportation and logistics costs.
When compared with other West African countries — where petrol prices range between $1.20 and $2.00 per litre — Nigeria’s average of $0.60 per litre demonstrates the Dangote Refinery’s significant contribution to affordability and fuel supply stability across the nation.
