A perfect storm of supply chain disruptions and cunning retail tactics has unleashed a fuel crisis on Abuja, the nation's capital. The National Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has pinpointed retail exploitation as a major culprit behind the shortage.
According to George Ene-Ita, NMDPRA's spokesperson, some unscrupulous dealers are hoarding fuel in their underground tanks, despite adequate stockpiles, in an attempt to create artificial scarcity. This move is exacerbating an already precarious situation, leaving many residents queuing for hours in search of a elusive drop of petrol.
But fear not, dear Abuja residents! The regulatory authority is on the case, working tirelessly to boost field operations and restore normalcy to the fuel supply chain. Ene-Ita assured that measures are in place to ensure a smooth distribution of fuel across the city, guaranteeing that the current shortage will be a short-lived phenomenon.
According to the sun Nigeria, "It's all about logistics," Ene-Ita explained. "There's a temporary supply gap in the North East region, which has affected Abuja particularly hard. To make matters worse, some retail dealers are taking advantage of this brief window to artificially create scarcity by withholding sales even where they have ample stockpile reserves. But we're ramping up our efforts to respond to this situation, and within a matter of days, supply will return to normal. So, Abuja residents, there's no need to panic – we've got this under control.