Nigeria Petrol Prices by State: Depot Rates Hit ₦1,900 Despite NNPC Discount

Petrol depot prices in Nigeria climbed to ₦1,900 per litre in Port Harcourt on October 10, 2026, despite the Federal Government’s announcement of a temporary petrol discount through Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) retail stations. The increase highlights a major problem with the relief plan: cheaper petrol at selected filling stations does not mean prices will fall across the country.

Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele said NNPC would sell petrol at a discount for 30 days, prioritising public transport operators. However, rising global crude oil prices and differences in distribution costs continue to affect the amount motorists pay.

Petrol Prices Across Nigerian States

The Nigeria petrol prices by state in October 2026 vary according to location and supplier. The following NNPC retail prices were reported on October 8. They are reference prices, not a guarantee of the price at every station.

These figures show that NNPC’s reported prices ranged from ₦1,355 in Lagos and Rivers to ₦1,435 in Yobe. Actual prices may differ by station and subsequent price changes.

Why Depot Prices Reached ₦1,900

The petrol depot prices in Nigeria tell a different story from retail pump prices. On October 10, NIPCO and several other depot operators in Port Harcourt raised petrol prices to ₦1,900 per litre. Selected depots in Lagos increased prices to between ₦1,350 and ₦1,360, while reported prices reached ₦1,370 in Calabar and ₦1,360 in Warri.

Brent crude was trading at about $104.50 per barrel, adding pressure to domestic fuel costs. Depot prices affect the amount filling stations pay to obtain petrol, but retail prices also depend on transport, operating costs and each marketer’s pricing decisions.

What The NNPC Discount Means For Motorists

The government has stressed that the discount is not a return to the old petrol subsidy. NNPC is giving up its retail profit margin to provide temporary relief, and the arrangement does not force every independent marketer to charge the same price.

For motorists, the result is uneven relief. Some NNPC customers may pay less, while people who depend on more expensive stations could see little benefit. Transport operators may also continue to face high costs, which can affect fares and the prices of food and other goods.

The next test is whether the discount provides meaningful savings before it ends and whether rising depot prices put further pressure on pump prices. For now, motorists should check prices at nearby stations rather than assume that the NNPC rate applies everywhere.