The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has told Nigerians not to panic, assuring them that it has sufficient PMS stock to meet their needs.
Platforms reports that the oil giant said this in a three-paragraph statement issued by its spokesman, Garba Deen Muhammad, charging Nigerians not to engage in panic buying of petrol; and to ignore all rumours that may suggest otherwise.
Here, below, is the statement;
PRESS RELEASE
PLEASE DO NOT PANIC
The NNPC Ltd. wishes to assure the public that the Company has sufficient PMS stock to meet the needs of Nigerians.
The public is therefore, advised not to engage in panic buying of petrol; and to ignore all rumours that may suggest otherwise.
In line with the existing laws of the land, NNPC Ltd. is deeply committed to ensuring energy security for the country.
Garba Deen Muhammad
Group General Manager
Group Public Affairs Division
NNPC Ltd.
Abuja,
26.01.2022