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Oando opens ultra-modern petrol station in Lagos
LAGOS-OANDO Marketing Limited, a subsidiary of Oando PLC has commissioned a new retail station at KM3, Orile, on the Lagos – Badagry expressway. The quality of the upgraded service station is consistent with the company’s commitment to lead in the area of fuel retailing in Nigeria, especially as they already lead the pack in most other areas of the energy value chain.
With a current fuel distribution capacity of over 2bn liters annually, Oando has retained its leading market share for fuel retailing and is poised to continue to expand leveraging its strong brand affinity, efficient distribution capacity, and entrepreneurial heritage.
Oando KM3, Orile Lagos as the station is called boasts of modern, contemporary, and eye-pleasing design with detailing infused to specifically meet the needs of customers and travelers on the Lagos-Badagry expressway axis. The station upgrade was timely executed to complement the new 10-lane super highway which is billed for completion in less than 24 months, specifically, the station is situated very close to one of the passenger train stations on the new highway.
Equipped to service over 2000 cars per day, the station’s arsenal of silent, ultra-fast premium fuel dispensing units has been specially configured to deliver accurate quantities at all times to ensure consumers receive value for money at every visit to the retail outlet. In addition to liquid fuels, Oando KM3 Orile will also retail Oando’s full basket of petroleum products including car maintenance services via its advanced auto-care center, which was also commissioned for immediate use by customers. Altogether KM3 Orile will deliver the most premium service to customers in the Ijora, Orile & Iganmu axis.
Speaking at the launch, the CEO of Oando Marketing Limited, Mr. Abayomi Awobokun expressed satisfaction with the quality of the station upgrade, its visual contribution to the neighborhood, the environmental considerations in its design, and most important the value it would bring to customers and travelers on the Lagos-Badagry super highway when it’s completed. In his remarks, he acknowledged the hospitality of the host community, led by the Ojora of Ijora, HRM Oba Abdulfatai Oyeyinka Aremu Aromire, ably represented at the station launch by a distinguished bench of high chiefs and nobles. Furthermore, he commented on the positive outcomes from the efforts of the State government as the entire area was already showing signs of increased commercial activities as a result of the huge investments in infrastructure in the area.
Speaking on the downstream Oil & Gas sector, Awobokun noted that “despite industry challenges, Oando Marketing Ltd is still able to compete favorably amongst its peers evidenced not only by its market share and current station footprint but also by its ability to continue upgrading and growing its network right across the country”.
Oando Marketing is also leading in the area of the development of blue collar workers, having so far trained over 1000 auto-mechanics via its Oleum Academy which commenced in 2014 to boost the competencies of mechanics all over Nigeria. In addition to class room and on-the-job training, the company also provides car diagnostic tools to graduating mechanics to boost their ability not only to ply their trade but to do so in a sustainable manner.
Similarly, Oando Marketing Ltd is the leading retailer of LPG in Nigeria, successfully distributing the product in every state of the country. In addition to the sales of LPG, it launched an LPG awareness campaign for teenagers” called “Teens Can Cook” in 2014, to educate and encourage the use of LPG for domestic use in schools, hospitals, restaurants and homes across the country. “The Teens Can Cook” initiative has successfully carried out cooking campaigns involving over 70 schools and at 10 NYSC camps across the country including Rivers & Kogi States. Oando intends to switch 5m homes to LPG for domestic use over a 5 year period from dirty fuels like coal and firewood.
The company recently announced the recapitalization of its downstream business through a joint venture arrangement consisting of renowned international firms with experience and proven track record in raising the standards in technology and the Oil and gas downstream sectors. Oando Marketing boasts of businesses and operations in key West African countries including Ghana and Togo.
Led by energetic and dynamic leadership and guided by international processes in operational standards and service offerings, Oando Marketing is poised to enhance its leadership as Nigeria’s premier downstream company and ultimately revolutionize the way the business is run on the African continent.
MRS Oil Nigeria Plc, a prominent player in the Nigerian downstream oil industry, has implemented a new petrol price of N935 per litre across all its retail service stations nationwide.
The company has also called on Nigerians to monitor and report any outlets that fail to adhere to the new price structure.
Biztellers reports that this is consequent upon an announcement by the President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has partnered with MRS Oil and Gas to offer petrol at N935 per litre at retail outlets, following a reduction in the ex-depot price from N970 to N899.50 per litre.
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It was gathered that MRS Oil Nigeria Plc has instructed all its outlets to implement the new price immediately, setting up a digital platform and monitoring team to ensure full compliance.
In a statement on Monday night, the company declared, “Petrol is now being sold at N935 at MRS Filling Stations nationwide. If you find any station not following this price, please report it. Call 08009447853 or email: NG-FMKPMGWHISTLEBLOWING@NG.KPMG.COM”
Emphasising the eco-friendly nature of its products, MRS Oil added, “We call on all petrol station owners to join MRS Oil Nigeria Plc in improving the supply chain of our beloved country, ensuring product quality and availability in every corner of Nigeria for the benefit of all Nigerians.”
In Lagos, commuters were seen queuing at MRS filling stations to purchase petrol, with many expressing their gratitude to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and MRS Oil and Gas, urging other marketers to support the indigenous refinery rather than import off-spec products into the country.
A commuter at the MRS station at Alapere on the Lagos Ibadan Express way, Ibukun Phillips, could not hide her joy as her husband filled up their car.
“I am very happy today. This is a victory for Nigeria,” she said. “The price reduction is the best gift of the season. But beyond just the reduction, we are buying standard, eco-friendly petrol at a lower rate. My husband and I have decided we will only be using MRS from now on because we are confident in the quality of the product and supporting the economy.”
A commercial bus driver, Adio Ajibade described the price reduction as a great relief, especially during the festive season.
“The reduction is a great relief. It will reduce transportation costs and benefit Nigerians. God will continue to bless Alhaji Aliko Dangote,” he said.
A public affairs analyst and university lecturer, Dr. Tunde Akanni, said the collaboration between Dangote Petroleum Refinery and MRS Oil represents a significant step towards improving the affordability, quality, and sustainability of petroleum products in Nigeria.
According to Dr. Akanni, “this move will not only help ease the financial burden on Nigerians but also promote a more environmentally conscious approach to fuel consumption, benefitting both the economy and public health in the long term.”
As a direct implication of the Federal Government’s Foreign Direct Investment drive, the Royal Dutch Shell has completed the final investment decision on the deep offshore Bonga North project in Nigeria.
Biztellers reports that the Bonga North will be a subsea tie-back to the Shell-operated Bonga Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) facility which Shell operates with a 55% interest.
Shell’s Integrated Gas and Upstream Director, Zoë Yujnovich, said, “This is another significant investment, which will help us to maintain stable liquids production from our advantaged Upstream portfolio”.
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It was gathered that the Bonga North project involves drilling, completing, and starting up 16 wells (8 production and 8 water injection wells), modifications to the existing Bonga Main FPSO and the installation of new subsea hardware tied back to the FPSO.
The company is optimistic that the project will sustain oil and gas production at the Bonga facility.
The Bonga North currently has an estimated recoverable resource volume of more than 300 million barrels of oil equivalent (boe) and will reach a peak production of 110,000 barrels of oil a day, with first oil anticipated by the end of the decade.
In addition, the Bonga North will help ensure Shell’s leading Integrated Gas and Upstream business continues to drive cash generation into the next decade.
Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), has received an award as “Energy company of the year (2024)” for its Environmental Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility accomplishments.
The award presented by the Nigerian News Direct newspaper, on Friday December 6, 2024, and was received by Manager Communications, Chevron Nigeria and Mid-Africa Business Unit, Victor Anyaegbudike, at a colourful event at the Grand Ballroom of the Oriental Hotel, Lagos.
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The organizers of the award noted that Chevron has implemented the “Protecting People and the Environment” policy, which aims at preventing injuries, illnesses, and environmental incidents. They also referenced that the company has achieved 97% gas flaring reduction in its operations in Nigeria, while implementing waste management and environmental conservation programs.
According to the media organization, Chevron Nigeria has also invested millions of dollars in community development programs, supporting education, health and economic development initiatives that have benefited thousands of people, while ensuring diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement in its business operations.
Receiving the award from the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotosho, Anyaegbudike thanked the organizers for the honour, and reiterated Chevron’s commitment to continue to develop, affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress around the world.
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Oando opens ultra-modern petrol station in Lagos
