Akwa Ibom State Cracks Down on Illegal Filling Stations and Adulterated Fuel

Akwa Ibom State, in collaboration with the Petroleum Products Monitoring Committee (PPMC) and Nigerian Midstream Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), has launched a crackdown on illegal filling stations and adulterated fuel. The committee chairman, Hon. Godwin Ekpo (Rep, Ogoja/Yala), warned unlicensed operators engaging in fraudulent practices of severe sanctions.

Investigations revealed many outlets operating without valid licenses and safety measures. The crackdown aims to address the infiltration of the downstream sector by suspected oil thieves.

Operators are urged to regularize their operations and comply with safety regulations to avoid penalties.