Abuja, Feb. 19, 2025 – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) says it has not imported petrol into the country in 2025.
Olufemi Soneye, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPCL, said this while denying media reports that NNPCL had imported 200 million litres of petrol this year.
He described the report as either “lazy and unprofessional journalism or a deliberate, sponsored attempt by economic saboteurs to mislead the public.”
The statement reads:: The statement reads: “The report alleging that NNPC Limited imported over 200 million litres of PMS in February 2025 is a completely false, baseless, and reckless misrepresentation of facts. It is either the result of lazy and unprofessional journalism or a deliberate, sponsored attempt by economic saboteurs to mislead the public.
“Setting the record straight: NNPC Limited has not imported a single litre of PMS in 2025.”
“We do not control the import activities of private marketers, nor do we issue import licences. Attributing all PMS imports to NNPC is not just misleading—it is outright deceptive and irresponsible journalism that ignores basic fact-checking principles.
“While NNPC Limited has not imported PMS in 2025, let it be clear that there is no legal restriction preventing us from doing so if necessary.
“As Nigeria’s foremost energy company, we have a responsibility to ensure energy security. Should any supply shortages arise, NNPC Limited retains the full right and responsibility to step in and import petrol to stabilise the market.
“NNPC Limited will not tolerate the spread of false and malicious reports aimed at undermining its reputation.
“We will take all necessary legal measures to hold accountable those responsible for fabricating and disseminating falsehoods about our operations.’” (GBN)
