The Federal Government through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority on Tuesday said adulterated petrol, fuel with methanol quantities above Nigeria’s specification, was discovered in the supply chain. In a statement, it said the supplier had been identified and appropriate sanction would apply. It also said oil marketers had been directed to ensure sufficient supply of quality petrol in all outlets in the country. In its statement, The regulatory authority said, “Limited quantity of Premium Motor Spirit, commonly known as Petrol, with methanol quantities above Nigeria’s specification was discovered in the supply chain. The Federal Government had recently suspended its plan to remove fuel subsidy in June this year.

Source: Punch February 09, 2022 05:35 UTC