NNPC's Fuel App Discount Faces Criticism from Motorists

Motorists have expressed dissatisfaction with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited's (NNPC) stipulation that users must access its Fuel App to benefit from a ₦66-per-litre petrol discount. This requirement, they argue, could exclude many Nigerians who need financial relief.

The federal government announced that NNPC Retail would waive its profit margin for 30 days to alleviate rising fuel costs, prioritizing public transport operators. However, the discount is not available to customers paying directly at filling stations.

Reports indicate that while app users paid ₦1,339 per litre, others paid ₦1,405. NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, stated that the app-based promotion, initially set for October 1 to 7, has been extended to October 31, 2026.

He emphasized that the app's use would help control transactions and prevent abuse. Motorists, including commercial drivers, raised concerns about smartphone ownership, data costs, and network reliability, questioning the necessity of an app for a public relief initiative.