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<p>The Arewa Oil and Gas Marketers Association of Nigeria (AROGMA) has strongly reacted to recent claims by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) that it does not wield pricing powers over petroleum products in the country.</p><div class="NxkPNNYU" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>In a statement issued to journalists, AROGMA President, Bashir Ahmad Danmalam, dismissed the assertion, stressing that the association was actively involved as a stakeholder during the legislative process that birthed the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). According to him, AROGMA is well aware of the statutory powers and oversight functions granted to the NMDPRA under the Act.</p>
<p>Danmalam emphasized that Section 164 of the PIA clearly outlines the regulatory authority’s oversight role in matters relating to petroleum pricing. He insisted that the NMDPRA must exercise these powers responsibly and in the interest of Nigerians, rather than denying its mandate.</p>
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<p>“The Petroleum Industry Act was not passed in isolation. Stakeholders like AROGMA contributed to its development, and we understand the provisions. Section 164 gives NMDPRA oversight functions, and these must be carried out transparently for the benefit of the people,” Danmalam stated.</p><div class="sSOpXV7Z" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>The AROGMA President further noted that pricing remains a critical issue affecting both marketers and consumers, urging the regulatory body to acknowledge its responsibilities rather than deflecting them. He warned that failure to address pricing concerns could deepen economic hardship and fuel public distrust in the petroleum sector.</p>
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<p>This exchange reflects the mood of the market players in response to what role the government should play through the regulator to ameliorate the suffering of Nigerians.</p>
<p>Industry observers say the dispute underscores the need for clearer communication and collaboration between stakeholders to stabilise Nigeria&#8217;s petroleum market.</p>
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