Peter Uzoho
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has expressed opposition to the continued importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) into the country.
This comes as the Chairman of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Aliko Dangote, has filed a formal corruption petition against former Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Farouk Ahmed, at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
IPMAN also distanced itself from reports suggesting that the surge in petrol imports in November 2025 was linked to a breakdown in supply arrangements between Dangote Refinery and petroleum marketers, describing such claims as inaccurate and misleading.
According to IPMAN, the report does not reflect the reality experienced by its members. The association emphasised that the commencement of supply from Dangote Refinery has significantly improved product availability nationwide.
Speaking on the issue, IPMAN National President, Abubakar Garima, stated: “Our members fully support Dangote Refinery. Since supply began, marketers have consistently lifted products without any complaints. We oppose continued importation because Dangote Refinery has the capacity to meet the country’s entire PMS demand.”