Nigeria’s Fuel Dealers Face Gasoline Shortages Despite Major Refinery Investments
Nigerian fuel traders are navigating a challenging landscape filled with unmet expectations. Despite proclamations made six months ago that the state-owned Port Harcourt and Warri refineries were ready for operation, traders still find themselves struggling to secure gasoline from these facilities. It raises an important question: How long can a nation, rich in resources, rely on aging infrastructure?
This situation has led traders to maintain their dependence on imports and the privately-owned $20 billion Dangote…