JUST IN: “No More N189”: NNPC Confirms Changes in Petrol Price, Appreciates Nigerians for Patronage

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has officially confirmed the adjustment of pump prices for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, across its retail outlets nationwide.

The announcement comes amidst recent market fluctuations, as stated in a press release on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

Garba Deen Mohammed, the chief communications officer of NNPC, signed the statement.

The adjustment in petrol prices follows President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of an end to fuel subsidy .

NNPCL, in its message to Nigeria via its social media handles, said:

“NNPC Limited wishes to inform our esteemed customers that we have adjusted our pump prices of PMS across our retail outlets in line with current market realities.

“As we strive to provide you with the quality service for which we are known, it is pertinent to note that prices will continue to fluctuate to reflect market dynamics.

“The company sincerely regrets any inconvenience this development may have caused.

“We greatly appreciate your continued patronage, support, and understanding during this time of change and growth.”

Changes in petrol prices

Earlier, a document went viral and was confirmed by the Guardian newspaper, revealing the petrol prices at NNPC outlets across various states and the Federal Capital Territory.

Borno State had the highest price at N557 per litre, while Lagos, Abuja, Enugu, and Ekiti were listed as N488 per litre, N537 per litre, N520 per litre, and N500 per litre, respectively.