Lagos, Feb. 18, 2025 – The Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association (PETROAN) says it can confirm that petrol being sold by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is of the highest quality.
PETROAN expressed its support to the NNPCL in the raging controversy on the quality of its products in a statement issued by Joseph Obele, its Spokesman.
The controversy followed a viral video alleging that petrol from NNPCL does not last as long as petrol from Dangote Refinery.
PETROAN described allegation as baseless and unfounded, asserting that petrol from NNPCL meets regulatory requirements.
“As part of our oversight function in the Nigerian Petroleum Industry, PETROAN engages independent standard laboratories to test and verify the quality of petroleum products before lifting them from any depot or refinery.
“Our comprehensive tests include flash point, density, viscosity, sulphur content, water content, and ash content tests.
“The results of these tests are satisfactory, demonstrating that NNPCL petroleum products meet and exceed the required industry standards.
“Specifically, the flash point test exceeds the minimum requirement, indicating a low risk of ignition.
“The density test meets prescribed density standards, ensuring optimal engine performance and fuel efficiency.
“The viscosity test falls within an acceptable range, ensuring smooth engine operation and minimising wear and tear.
“The sulphur content test meets regulatory limits, reducing the risk of engine corrosion and environmental pollution, and the water content test is well below the maximum allowable limit, ensuring fuel stability and preventing engine problems,” association said.
PETROAN, however, said that in spite of the raging controversy, it will still encourage healthy competition among industry players.
It advised operators to focus on improving their products and services, investing in research and development as well as prioritising customer satisfaction.
“We promote fair competition and support the growth of the downstream petroleum sector in Nigeria,” it said. (GBN)
