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BREAKING: Tinubu imposes 15% import levy on PMS, Diesel

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President Bola Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has approved a 15 percent ad-valorem import duty on diesel and premium motor spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol.

In a letter dated October 21, 2025, Damilotun Aderemi, the president’s private secretary, conveyed the approval to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).

The approval followed a request by the FIRS to apply a 15 percent duty on the cost, insurance, and freight (CIF) value of petroleum imports, in a move aimed at aligning import costs with current domestic market realities.

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According to the communication, the new import duty is projected to increase the pump price of petrol by about N99.72 per litre.

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Afahame Bamidele is a Political Science graduate from the prestigious Bayero University, Kano, holding a Master’s degree. Known for his insightful analysis and storytelling, he brings clarity to political, governance and trending issues, making complex developments accessible and engaging. Beyond writing, Afahame enjoys football, creative storytelling, and exploring ideas that connect with people and the world around them.

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