By Muhammad Mamman
Nigeria’s fuel availability has received a significant boost as new figures from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) reveal that combined imports and production from the Dangote Refinery have surpassed national demand, pushing stock levels to their strongest point in months.
According to the latest NMDPRA data, robust inflows from licensed importers, alongside increased domestic output from the Dangote Refinery, have collectively raised the country’s fuel stock cover to more than 16 days nationwide—well above the industry’s typical safety threshold.
Industry analysts say the improved stock position signals growing stability in the downstream sector, following months of supply concerns. The surge in availability has also eased pressure on depots and distribution channels, reducing the risk of localised shortages.
The Authority notes that the strengthened supply outlook is the result of strategic import coordination, improved refinery efficiency, and better inventory management across the supply chain.
With stock cover now exceeding 16 days, stakeholders are hopeful that Nigeria may be entering a more predictable supply period, supported by the gradual ramp-up of local refining capacity and consistent import schedules.
The NMDPRA is expected to release further sectoral analysis in the coming days.
