The Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA) has voiced strong opposition to Dangote Refinery’s plan to begin direct distribution of petroleum products to end users, set to take effect from August 15, 2025. According to NOGASA President Benneth Korie, the move threatens to disrupt the existing distribution chain, potentially displacing thousands of workers and undermining the role of suppliers across the country. The association fears that the deployment of 4,000 CNG-powered tankers to supply Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel directly to telecoms, manufacturers, and other large consumers could render intermediaries obsolete.
Korie stressed that members of NOGASA play a vital role in the petroleum distribution system and warned that bypassing them would lead to massive job losses within the sector. He noted that drivers, logistics workers, and other supply chain staff could become redundant if the current model is upended. Highlighting the broader economic implications, he emphasized that sidelining suppliers not only threatens individual livelihoods but also poses a risk to the stability of Nigeria’s oil and gas ecosystem.
To address the concerns, NOGASA has scheduled a general meeting for July 31 at Chida Hotels, Abuja, where stakeholders will deliberate on a unified response. The association is pushing for a model where Dangote Refinery supplies products to NOGASA members, who will then distribute to end users. Korie warned that failure to reach an agreement could result in members withdrawing their services as a form of protest. NOGASA is appealing to all stakeholders to uphold a balanced distribution structure that safeguards jobs and sustains industry operations.
