Nigerian fuel importers and marketers are facing tighter margins as global petrol prices rise and other logistics costs increase, according to reporting from The Punch and Legit.ng. The pressure comes from higher international fuel costs and increased freight expenses, which raise the landed cost of importing petroleum products. At the same time, both outlets point to the pricing structure associated with Dangote Refinery remaining relatively stable, which affects how imported products compete in the domestic market. As a result, importers are described as having less room to absorb cost changes without reducing profitability. The reporting characterizes the situation as forcing “tough choices” for companies involved in fuel supply across the country, including decisions on pricing and procurement levels in response to the squeezed economics of importing. Overall, the coverage links the margin compression to a combination of external price movements and domestic competitive pricing conditions.