NNPC speaks on selling adulterated fuel

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has firmly denied recent claims that it dispenses adulterated fuel at its retail outlets, following the circulation of a viral video alleging otherwise.

The company, through its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, clarified the issue in a statement released on Thursday, November 7.

The controversy arose from a video in which an individual claimed to have purchased a dark, murky liquid from an NNPC outlet in Keffi, Nasarawa State, describing it as contaminated Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) or petrol. The man alleged that the fuel was dispensed from an NNPC station and warned other consumers of possible fuel contamination.

In his response, Soneye categorically dismissed the allegations as false, emphasizing that NNPC strictly prohibits the sale of fuel in jerrycans or bottles, as seen in the video. “We have conducted thorough spot checks across all our retail outlets and confirm that these claims are entirely baseless,” Soneye stated.

Soneye stressed NNPC’s commitment to providing high-quality, safe, and uncontaminated fuel at all its outlets, ensuring rigorous quality control measures at every stage of its operations. “NNPC retail adheres to stringent standards in all its activities. We prioritize quality assurance to deliver only premium, reliable fuel to consumers,” he noted.

Addressing the wider public, the NNPC spokesperson urged Nigerians to disregard what he described as “spurious claims” from “selfish and unpatriotic elements” attempting to mislead the public with narratives that do not serve the country’s best interests.

The company further highlighted its dedication to maintaining accurate pump integrity, with regular inspections and calibrations across its stations nationwide to ensure consistency. “We take pride in maintaining our quality standards and protecting consumers from any inconvenience or harm related to fuel quality,” Soneye concluded.

NNPC has advised consumers to remain confident in the quality of its products and to disregard unverified reports that could cause unnecessary alarm.