Dangote Refinery has increased the gantry price of petrol to N1,175 per litre, while diesel has been raised to N1,620 per litre, in a move expected to have ripple effects across Nigeria’s downstream petroleum market.

Industry sources said the new pricing applies to fuel lifted directly from the refinery’s loading gantry by petroleum marketers. The adjustment marks one of the latest price reviews by the refinery as operators continue to respond to market conditions and operational costs.

The refinery, located in Lagos, is Africa’s largest oil refinery and has become a major supplier of refined petroleum products to the Nigerian market since it began large-scale production.

Petroleum marketers say the increase in gantry prices could influence pump prices across the country, as retail fuel stations typically adjust their prices based on depot rates, transportation costs, and market demand.

Analysts note that fluctuations in global crude oil prices, foreign exchange pressures, and logistics costs continue to shape fuel pricing dynamics in Nigeria’s deregulated petroleum sector.

While the refinery has not publicly provided detailed reasons for the latest adjustment, industry observers believe the price change reflects prevailing market realities and the need to maintain operational sustainability.

The development comes at a time when consumers and businesses across Nigeria are already grappling with rising energy costs, raising concerns that the adjustment could lead to further increases in transportation and commodity prices nationwide.

Energy experts say the long-term impact will depend on broader market competition, supply levels, and government policies affecting the petroleum sector.

The cost of goods and services in Nigeria may rise further following a fresh increase in fuel prices by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which has raised the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, to N1,175 per litre.

The latest adjustment represents the third price increase within a week, signaling continued volatility in the country’s downstream petroleum sector.

The refinery communicated the new price to petroleum marketers on Monday, increasing the gantry price from N995 per litre announced on Friday to N1,175 per litre, an increase of N180 or about 18.1 per cent within three days.

In addition, the refinery revised the gantry price of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly known as diesel, to N1,620 per litre.

A senior refinery official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorised to comment publicly, confirmed that the new prices had already been circulated to marketers and depot operators.

“Yes, the gantry prices have been adjusted. PMS is now N1,175 per litre while Automotive Gas Oil is N1,620 per litre,” the official said.

According to the source, the changes reflect the realities of the current global market environment.

“The market has been extremely volatile and replacement costs have shifted significantly in recent days. These adjustments reflect prevailing market fundamentals and the cost environment we are currently operating in,” the official added.

Industry checks showed that the updated prices have already been reflected on the petroleum pricing platform petroleumprice.ng, indicating a shift in the benchmark prices used by downstream marketers.

The latest increase follows previous adjustments that moved the refinery’s petrol gantry price from N774 to N995 per litre, with retail pump prices now exceeding N1,000 per litre in many parts of the country. In some locations, filling stations are already dispensing petrol at about N1,200 per litre, worsening the financial strain on consumers.

Analysts warn that the hike is likely to trigger another round of price increases at filling stations nationwide, as higher fuel costs typically translate into increased transportation, logistics, and production expenses.

The development comes despite ongoing efforts by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to boost crude supply to the refinery through international third-party traders in order to sustain domestic refining operations.

A senior NNPC official explained that crude oil is being sourced at rates comparable with international market prices.

“Leveraging our global crude trading network, we are sourcing third-party crude for the refinery at prices that are competitive with prevailing international market rates,” the official said.

He added that the national oil company remains committed to ensuring stable crude supply for domestic refining.

“As the national oil company entrusted with safeguarding Nigeria’s energy security, NNPC Limited remains fully committed to supporting domestic refining, including the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Within the framework of our existing agreements, we continue to facilitate crude supply to the refinery, despite temporary availability constraints.”

However, the official cautioned that the intervention may not immediately lead to lower fuel prices for consumers.

“This will not necessarily impact price. The current crisis in the Middle East is affecting global energy markets, including crude oil, LNG, and other fuels, and that has implications for refined product pricing worldwide,” he said.

The escalating conflict involving Iran is forcing central banks across Asia to reconsider their monetary policies as surging oil prices and global economic uncertainty threaten inflation and economic growth across the region.

Financial markets across Asia reacted nervously on Monday as crude oil prices surged above $100 per barrel, fueled by supply disruptions linked to the Middle East crisis. The sharp rise in energy costs is increasing inflationary pressure in countries heavily dependent on imported fuel, while also weakening several Asian currencies against the strengthening U.S. dollar.

Economists say policymakers now face a difficult balancing act between supporting economic growth and curbing inflation. For many emerging Asian economies, lowering interest rates to stimulate growth has become risky because higher fuel costs are already driving prices upward and could trigger capital outflows.

Countries such as India may prioritize currency interventions to stabilize their markets, while others, including Thailand and the Philippines, could be forced to reconsider plans to ease monetary policy. The situation is particularly challenging for manufacturing-driven economies like Japan and South Korea, which rely heavily on imported energy and global trade stability.

Analysts warn that the conflict could lead to a period of “stagflation” a combination of rising inflation and slowing economic growth if oil prices remain elevated for an extended period. The disruption of key energy routes and supply chains is already sending shockwaves through financial markets and prompting policymakers to prepare for further economic turbulence.

Central banks across Asia are now closely monitoring developments in the Middle East as they reassess interest rate policies, currency stability measures, and inflation control strategies in the face of one of the most significant global economic shocks in recent years.