Nigeria petrol imports surge 207% in June 2026 as domestic supply drops 22%
Nigeria’s June data show a sharp swing back toward imported petrol (+207% m/m) as domestic supply fell (-22%), highlighting refinery operational volatility in a major crude producer. While total petrol receipts rose modestly and stock cover improved, the reliance on imports signals near-term support for regional refined-product trade flows and potential shifts in Atlantic Basin arbitrage. The marginal effect is more pronounced for refined products than crude, but can influence Brent-linked differentials.
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Nigeria’s petrol imports jumped 207% month on month in June to 18.1 million litres per day, while domestic supply fell 22% to 32.5 million litres per day. LPG imports rose 1,400% and aviation turbine kerosene supply declined 30.6%. Total petrol receipts increased 6.8% and stock sufficiency improved to 19.7 days, underscoring a widening reliance on imports to offset weaker local supply.