PETROAN warns content creators against misinforming Nigerians, says NNPC petrol is highest standard

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) says premium motor spirit (PMS) supplied by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited meets the highest industry standards.

In a statement on Sunday, Joseph Obele, PETROAN’s spokesperson, said the association conducted a rigorous test on NNPC’s petroleum products after claims in a viral video emerged that the PMS, also known as petrol, sold by MRS Oil lasts longer than that of NNPC.

On Saturday, NNPC denied the claims made in the video, which said the petrol from MRS Oil was refined by the Dangote refinery.

NNPC said the assertion that Dangote refinery’s PMS lasts longer is misleading.

Obele said PETROAN, as part of its oversight function in the Nigerian petroleum industry, engaged independent standard laboratories to test and verify the quality of petroleum products before lifting them from any depot or refinery.

“Our comprehensive tests include flash point, density, viscosity, sulfur content, water content, and ash content tests,” the association’s spokesperson said.

“The results of these tests are satisfactory, demonstrating that NNPCL’s petroleum products meet and exceed the required industry standards.

“Specifically: Flash point test: exceeds minimum requirement, indicating low risk of ignition.

“Density test: meets prescribed density standards, ensuring optimal engine performance and fuel efficiency.

“Viscosity test: falls within acceptable range, ensuring smooth engine operation and minimizing wear and tear.

“Sulfur content test: meets regulatory limits, reducing risk of engine corrosion and environmental pollution.

“Water content test: well below maximum allowable limit, ensuring fuel stability and preventing engine problems.

“Ash content test: meets regulatory limits, reducing risk of engine wear and tear.

“We are confident in the quality of petroleum products supplied by NNPCL, which adheres to strict industry standards.”

Obele also asked the public to disregard fabricated content and instead rely on verified sources for accurate information.

PETROAN URGES CAUTION IN SHARING INFORMATION ON SENSITIVE MATTERS

On his part, Billy Gillis-Harry, PETROAN president, advised content creators to exercise caution and responsibility when sharing information on sensitive matters.

“We urge content creators not to joke with sensitive matters that have the capacity to collapse the economy,” he said.

“The impact of false information on the economy cannot be overstated.”

Obele further said PETROAN supports healthy competition among industry players, encouraging them to improve products and services, invest in research and development, and prioritise customer satisfaction.