NGThe Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has called on the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to ensure that petroleum product imports are tied to verified domestic supply gaps. The CPPE argues that current import levels are undermining domestic refining efforts and national energy security. In a policy brief, they highlight that imported petrol accounted for up to 43.3% of total PMS receipts in July 2026, while domestic supply dropped significantly during the same period. The CPPE emphasizes that imports should only be allowed when there is a genuine need, not as a substitute for domestic production. This comes as Nigeria's refining sector expands, notably with the Dangote Refinery operating above its capacity. The CPPE stresses the importance of transparency in assessing whether domestic refiners can meet market demands before approving imports.
Bias read (Center): While the issue of petroleum imports and domestic production is politically charged, the article presents the CPPE's concerns without overt ideological slant. It provides data and quotes from the CPPE without promoting a specific political agenda. The framing remains balanced, focusing on economic,
