The Federal Government, through the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF), has concluded discussions with leading Chinese manufacturer, Endurance Group, to roll out 500 compressed natural gas (CNG) refuelling stations across Nigeria within the next three years. The initiative is expected to significantly ease the persistent queues at existing CNG stations and accelerate the…
The Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals has initiated the deployment of its Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks to commence the nationwide distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). This move is part of a strategic effort to enhance fuel supply efficiency across Nigeria. In August, the refinery received the first batch of its 4,000 CNG-powered trucks, a…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s plan to kick off fuel distribution using 4,000 CNG-powered trucks has hit a snag due to shipping delays from China. Only 450 trucks have arrived in Nigeria so far, with 150 more expected next week. The company had aimed to begin distribution on August 15, 2025, but a lack of available vessels…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the ex-depot price of petrol by ₦30—from ₦850 to ₦820 per litre. The change took effect on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina, said the move reflects the refinery’s commitment to national development and steady fuel supply. Additionally, the refinery will begin the phased rollout…
With less than 30 days to the rollout of 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks by Dangote Refinery, the number of oil marketers signing up for direct fuel supply has grown to over 25, sparking fears among petroleum tanker drivers over possible job losses. The refinery is set to begin direct distribution of Premium Motor…
The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to establish more Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion centres across the country. Adopting a motion by Deputy Minority Leader, Aliyu Madaki, the House believes that conversion of vehicles to CNG will bring down the cost of living for Nigerians and called for equitable distribution of the…
According to the Federal Government, $175 million in private sector investments in vital infrastructure have been made possible in the past year by the presidential Compress Natural Gas initiative. The information was provided in a statement on X on Tuesday by Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris. He claims that the number…
