Amid concerns over purported shortages and rising costs, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has assured Nigerians of a consistent and adequate supply of aviation fuel nationwide. The regulatory organization claimed in a statement issued by its Director of Public Affairs, George Ene-Ita, that reports of severe price increases and supply disruptions were false and did not accurately reflect the market.
Nigeria now has a combined aviation fuel sufficiency of 74 days, consisting of 62 days of refinery stock and 12 days of inland stock, according to the authority. This was seen by the NMDPRA as proof of a "robust supply" that might satisfy the country's needs.
The organization further explained that, similar to other petroleum products, aviation fuel has been completely deregulated, meaning that market forces, not government regulation, determine prices.
The NMDPRA said that the ex-gantry price at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemical Company is ₦1,879 per litre, according to current pricing information. As of April 16, 2026, the international indicative supply cost in Lagos was approximately ₦1,900 per litre, which is marginally less than this.
Retail prices range from ₦1,960 to ₦2,800 per litre, according to a nationwide price survey that the authority performed as of April 17. It emphasized that widely reported allegations that aviation fuel sells for ₦3,300 per liter are untrue and unsupported by available evidence.
In keeping with its regulatory duty, the NMDPRA reiterated its dedication to constantly observing pricing and supply patterns. It further stated that the required steps would be taken to stop aviation fuel supply chain profiteering and prevent supply interruptions.
The authority assured the public of its ongoing efforts to ensure energy security and stability in the petroleum sector while praising stakeholders for maintaining consistent distribution.
