Many Nigerians have continued to applaud the partnership between the Dangote Refinery and MRS Oil Nigeria that led to the slashing of the price of premium motor spirit (PMS), otherwise known as petrol, to N935 per litre.
The two energy firms recently sealed a deal for the sale of petrol from Dangote Refinery in Lagos at the retail stations of MRS Oil across the nation.
“Petrol is now being sold at N935 at MRS Filling Stations nationwide. If you find any station not following this price, please report it. Call 08009447853 or email: [email protected],” MRS Oil said in a statement.
“We call on all petrol station owners to join MRS Oil Nigeria Plc in improving the supply chain of our beloved country, ensuring product quality and availability in every corner of Nigeria for the benefit of all Nigerians,” it added.
Business Post reports that MRS Oil struck this deal with Dangote Refinery after the crude oil refiner brought down its ex-depot price from N970 to N899.50 per litre.
Checks showed that the new price had been implemented at all MRS Oil retail outlets nationwide.
In Lagos, commuters were seen queuing at MRS filling stations to purchase petrol. Many expressed their gratitude to Dangote Petroleum Refinery and MRS Oil and Gas, urging other marketers to support the indigenous refinery rather than import off-spec products into the country.
Mrs Ibukun Phillips, a commuter at the MRS station at Alapere on the Lagos Ibadan Expressway, could not hide her joy as her husband filled up their car.
“I am very happy today. This is a victory for Nigeria,” she said. “The price reduction is the best gift of the season. But beyond just the reduction, we are buying standard, eco-friendly petrol at a lower rate.
“My husband and I have decided we will only be using MRS from now on because we are confident in the quality of the product and supporting the economy,” she stated.
A commercial bus driver, Mr Adio Ajibade, described the price reduction as a great relief, especially during the festive season, saying, “The reduction is a great relief. It will reduce transportation costs and benefit Nigerians. God will continue to bless Aliko Dangote.”
A public affairs analyst and university lecturer, Dr Tunde Akanni, said the collaboration between Dangote Petroleum Refinery and MRS Oil represents a significant step towards improving the affordability, quality, and sustainability of petroleum products in Nigeria.
According to Dr Akanni, “This move will not only help ease the financial burden on Nigerians but also promote a more environmentally conscious approach to fuel consumption, benefitting both the economy and public health in the long term.”