Nigerians React to New Fuel Price, Colour Of Dangote Petrol (Video)

Nigerians have taken to social media to express mixed reactions following the latest fuel price hike and the unveiling of the colorless fuel produced by Dangote Refinery.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) recently announced that it would be the exclusive buyer of Dangote Refinery’s products, sparking interest and controversy alike.

On Tuesday, Aliko Dangote, the billionaire behind the refinery, showcased what he described as “original unadulterated fuel and diesel,” which appeared completely transparent, unlike the traditionally colored fuel that Nigerians are accustomed to. Dangote emphasized that the colorless fuel represents a higher standard of purity and quality, something the country has not seen in nearly three decades.

The revealation left many Nigerians amused and curious, with some questioning the implications of the colorless fuel. Industry experts have explained that colored fuel is not necessarily inferior, as producers often add dyes to help distinguish fuel from water or other liquids. This is similar to how an odor is added to natural gas, which is otherwise odorless, to alert people in case of a leak.

Despite the excitement surrounding Dangote’s product, experts have voiced doubts about whether the transparent fuel, known chemically as “Virgin C5,” will be allowed into the market without some form of coloring. They note that regulatory standards may require the fuel to be tinted for safety and identification purposes.

This latest development comes in the wake of a contentious back-and-forth between NNPC and Dangote. In July, NNPC accused Dangote of seeking a monopoly in the oil industry and criticized the quality of the refinery’s fuel, a dispute that led Dangote to consider abandoning plans for a steel plant and even hint at selling the refinery.

During the press event on Tuesday, Dangote reassured Nigerians that his refinery’s fuel would be of the highest quality, arguing that its purity would lead to longer-lasting vehicles and a safer environment. He highlighted the refinery’s potential to be the first in Nigeria to operate since 1996, a significant milestone for the country’s oil industry.

However, the excitement quickly turned to disappointment as NNPC simultaneously announced an increase in fuel prices from ₦560 to ₦900 per liter, shattering the hopes of many Nigerians who had anticipated a price reduction with the start of Dangote Refinery’s operations.

As Nigerians grapple with the reality of the higher prices, the introduction of colorless fuel has added a new layer to the ongoing conversation about the future of the country’s energy sector. Whether this innovation will translate into tangible benefits for the average citizen remains to be seen, but it’s certain that the debate over fuel in Nigeria is far from over.
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