Petroleum marketers increase petrol pump prices in Abuja and Lagos by up to N29 per litre, according to reports citing checks at retail stations. The change comes days after the Federal Government announces measures aimed at reducing pressure on consumers.
Outlets differ slightly in the figures cited. Legit.ng reports that Abuja prices rise by as much as N39 per litre, while Ghana MMA and Vanguard point to a maximum increase of N29 per litre in both Abuja and Lagos. Both sets of coverage describe the increases occurring despite an NNPC-linked discount initiative or government relief efforts intended to cushion rising fuel costs. The reports largely agree that motorists face higher prices at the pumps immediately following these announcements, highlighting a gap between relief measures and retail pricing outcomes.
