FG Suspends Plannned 15% Import Duty On Petroleum products

 PRESS STATEMENT

NMDPRA ADVISES AGAINST PANIC BUYING OF ANY PETROLEUM PRODUCT


The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) wishes to assure the general public that there is adequate supply of petroleum products in the country, within the acceptable national sufficiency threshold during this peak demand period.


There is robust domestic supply of petroleum products (AGO, PMS, LPG etc) sourced from both local refineries and importation to ensure timely replenishment of stocks at storage depots and retail stations during this period.


The Authority wishes to use this opportunity to advise against any hoarding.panic buying or non-market reflective escalation of prices of petroleumproducts.


It should also be noted that the implementation of the I5% ad-valorem import duty on imported Premium Motor Spirit and Diesel is no longerin view.


The Authority will continue to closely monitor the supply situation and takeappropriate regulatory measures to prevent disruption of supply anddistribution of petroleum products across the country, especially during thispeak demand period.


While appreciating the continued efforts of all stakeholders in the midstreamand downstream value chain in ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted supplyand distribution, the public is hereby assured of NMDPRA's commitment toguarantee energy security.


Signed


George Ene-Ita


Director, Public Affairs Department, NMDPRA

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