The Ogun State office of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has launched a crackdown on fuel stations found guilty of under-dispensing fuel to customers.
Several stations in the Sagamu area were sealed as part of the authority’s efforts to curb sharp practices in the state.
Leading the enforcement team during surveillance operations in Abeokuta and Sagamu, Akinyemi Atilola, the state coordinator of NMDPRA, emphasized that the action was necessary to protect consumers and ensure they receive value for their money. He warned fuel station owners against engaging in unlawful practices, stating that those found culpable would face strict penalties.
Atilola assured the public that the regulatory body remains committed to safeguarding consumer rights through best practices. “We need to ensure that the quantity of fuel being dispensed is accurate so that customers get what they pay for. We will continue to monitor these stations and take action against anyone compromising quality and quantity,” he said.
He further stressed that fuel stations found guilty of under-dispensing would face severe sanctions, noting that consumers should not have to pay as high as N980 per litre and still experience shortages.