Nigeria’s Petrol Imports Jump 207% in June as Local Refining Slips

Data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority show petrol imports climbed by 207% month-on-month in June 2026. Imported supply rose to 18.1 million litres per day (ml/d), up from 5.9 ml/d in May, while domestic output fell by nearly 22%. Analysis of the first half of 2026 reveals that local refineries met over 85% of petrol demand from February through May. But in January and June, imports accounted for more than a third of total supply as local production dipped. The reversal in June comes amid crude supply challenges for domestic plants, including the Dangote Refinery, which has faced higher costs sourcing crude internationally. This renewed reliance on imports may slow the government’s push for energy self-sufficiency.

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