*The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited refutes the claim that its Premium Motor Spirit, also called petrol does not last as Dangote Refinery’s, stating the claim is ‘baseless and entirely unfounded, originating from unverified and amateur research that lacks credibility, accuracy, and professional oversight’

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has dismissed certain claims in a viral video that its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol does not last as long as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s PMS brand.

Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer at NNPCL, who noted this in a statement Saturday, February 15, 2025, averred the claim is misleading, false, baseless and entirely unfounded.

Earlier, the viral video had beamed a content creator, who claimed that he bought a litre of Dangote PMS from MRS filling station in Alapere, Lagos, at N925, and the same litre at NNPCL, in Ojodu Berger at the rate of N945.

The energy consumer also claimed that after pouring the fuel into different generators, the one running on NNPCL fuel stopped after 17 minutes, while the Dangote petrol lasted until 33 minutes.

Amateur research lacks credibility, accuracy and professionalism, NNPCL replies

Reacting to the content creator’s claim the NNPCL stated the claim originated from unverified and amateur research, which lacks credibility, accuracy, and professional oversight.

The state oil company further stressed that a significant percentage of fuel sold at its filling station the content creator claimed to have bought fuel was sourced from the same Dangote Petroleum Refinery.

Soneye also stated: 鈥淭he Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited strongly refutes the false and misleading allegations made in a viral video circulating online, which claims that NNPC fuel does not last.

“This assertion is baseless and entirely unfounded, originating from unverified and amateur research that lacks credibility, accuracy, and professional oversight.”

Much of PMS sold at NNPC Lagos retail stations from same Dangote Refinery, says Spokesman

The company noted: 鈥淣NPC Ltd reaffirms that its fuel is carefully formulated with one of the best compositions, ensuring optimal efficiency, durability, and environmental sustainability for consumers.

“Furthermore, it is important to emphasise that a significant percentage of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) sold at NNPC retail stations in Lagos鈥攚here this deceptive video was created鈥攊s sourced from the Dangote Refinery, a strategic partner in promoting local production and energy security.”

NNPCL said: “Dangote Refinery adheres to strict industry standards, guaranteeing the quality of petroleum products supplied to our consumers.

“This misleading video represents yet another desperate attempt by economic saboteurs to misinform the public and tarnish NNPC Ltd鈥檚 reputation.”

Soneye stated: 鈥淲e will not tolerate deliberate misinformation designed to undermine our operations and mislead Nigerians.

“Henceforth, NNPC Ltd will take firm legal action against individuals or groups who intentionally spread falsehoods about our brand and operations.”

The statement noted: “Those engaged in such malicious activities will be held fully accountable under the law.

鈥淲e urge the public to disregard such fabricated content and rely on verified sources for accurate information.

“NNPC Limited remains steadfast in its mission to ensure fuel availability, affordability, and quality for all Nigerians while maintaining global industry standards.鈥�

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