How NNPC increased crude oil and petrol prices for May

Legit | 01-05-2026 09:56pm |

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced an increase in crude oil grades by as much as $7, which has subsequently led to a rise in petrol prices across the country. This adjustment in pricing is expected to have significant implications for the economy, with economists cautioning that it may exacerbate inflationary pressures and adversely affect household incomes. The changes reflect ongoing fluctuations in the global oil market and their direct impact on domestic fuel costs.

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