NNPC refutes ‘misleading claims’ on petrol standard

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has refuted an online video which claimed that the Company’s fuel does not last.

The Chief Corporate Communications Officer (CCCO) of NNPCL, Olufemi Soneye, in a terse statement made available to Tribune Online on Saturday in Abuja, described the video as baseless, unfounded, and originating from an unverified and amateur research lacking in credibility, accuracy and professional oversight.

While reaffirming that NNPC’s fuel is carefully formulated with one of the best compositions which ensures optimal efficiency, durability, and environmental sustainability for consumers, Soneye said the video represents yet another desperate attempt by economic saboteurs to misinform the public and tarnish NNPC Ltd’s reputation and “undermine our operations and mislead Nigerians.”

“The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd strongly refutes the false and misleading allegations made in a viral video circulating online, which claims that NNPC fuel does not last. This assertion is baseless and entirely unfounded, originating from unverified and amateur research that lacks credibility, accuracy, and professional oversight.

“NNPC Ltd reaffirms that its fuel is carefully formulated with one of the best compositions, ensuring optimal efficiency, durability, and environmental sustainability for consumers.

“Furthermore, it is important to emphasize that a significant percentage of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) sold at NNPC retail stations in Lagos, where this deceptive video was created, is sourced from the Dangote Refinery, a strategic partner in promoting local production and energy security. Dangote Refinery adheres to strict industry standards, guaranteeing the quality of petroleum products supplied to our consumers.

This misleading video represents yet another desperate attempt by economic saboteurs to misinform the public and tarnish NNPC Ltd’s reputation. We will not tolerate deliberate misinformation designed to undermine our operations and mislead Nigerians.

“Henceforth, NNPC Ltd will take firm legal action against individuals or groups who intentionally spread falsehoods about our brand and operations. Those engaged in such malicious activities will be held fully accountable under the law.

“We urge the public to disregard such fabricated content and rely on verified sources for accurate information. NNPC Ltd remains steadfast in its mission to ensure fuel availability, affordability, and quality for all Nigerians while maintaining global industry standards,” the statement read.