NNPC's Fuel Discount Limited to App Users Sparks Outrage

Motorists in Abuja, Lagos, and Ogun states have expressed dissatisfaction with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited's (NNPC) requirement to use the NNPC Fuel App to access a N66-per-litre petrol discount announced by the federal government. While the discount, part of a 30-day initiative to alleviate rising fuel costs, is welcomed, many argue that the app requirement creates barriers for low-income earners and commercial drivers who may lack smartphones or internet access.

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, announced the discount on October 8, 2026, emphasizing that it is not a return to the abolished petrol subsidy but a measure to sell petrol at cost. The discount was initially set for October 1 to 7 but extended to October 31, 2026.

NNPC's Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, stated that the app restriction aims to prevent abuse and ensure the intended beneficiaries receive the discount.