Business
NNPC CEO Denies Fuel Importation Claims and Quality Issues
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), Mele Kyari, has dismissed claims that the company imported 200 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) in late February 2025.
Speaking at the 60th Nigeria Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) Conference in Abuja, Kyari clarified that NNPC has not imported a single litre of petrol since the start of the year.
He also addressed concerns over fuel quality, calling the allegations baseless and misleading. “The talk around fuel quality is unfortunate and just bad marketing. It’s all drama and entertainment. Regulatory agencies are doing their jobs, and none have reported substandard products in the country,” he said.
Kyari warned that spreading false information about fuel imports and quality could harm not just NNPC but the country’s reputation as a whole. He emphasized that while frustrations may exist, misinformation should not be used as a business tactic.
Addressing a viral video comparing NNPC’s fuel to Dangote’s, Kyari dismissed it as another example of misleading marketing. He reassured Nigerians that NNPC remains committed to maintaining fuel quality and transparency in its operations.
Business
Fuel Prices Continue to Drop Across Some Nigerian Filling Stations
According to reports, fuel stations are reducing their prices a bit. This has become a general thing around Nigeria after the spike due to the removal of subsidy.
The prices are dropping to ₦1,275 and ₦1,299, going lower than ₦1,300 compared to what it was before.
Business
MTN Advances IHS Holding Acquisition Following Shareholder Approval
MTN has moved closer to acquiring IHS Holding, following shareholder approval of the proposed takeover, marking another major milestone in the transaction.
The approval was secured during the Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on 4 August, allowing the deal to progress to the next stage.
If completed, the acquisition is expected to strengthen MTN’s infrastructure capabilities by giving the company greater control over its telecommunications tower assets. Industry analysts believe the move could improve network efficiency, reduce long-term operating costs, and support MTN’s continued expansion across its markets.
The transaction is still subject to regulatory approvals and other closing conditions before it can be officially completed.
Business
Nigeria’s Top Cement Makers Generate ₦3.2 Trillion in Six Months
Nigeria’s three biggest cement manufacturers—Dangote Cement, BUA Cement, and HBM Nigeria—generated a combined ₦3.2 trillion in revenue during the first half of 2026.
The strong performance was driven by higher cement prices, increased demand from housing and infrastructure projects, and higher sales volumes across the country.
Compared to the same period in 2025, the companies recorded 26.5% revenue growth, showing that Nigeria’s construction sector continues to expand despite economic challenges. The companies also reported stronger profits and are investing further to increase production capacity to meet future demands.
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