As of April 28, 2025, Nigeria’s fuel import and discharge activity remains robust, based on the updated Tanker Position Report for the period between April 22nd and 28th. Several coastal depots across Lagos, Warri, Calabar, and Port Harcourt have seen the arrival or scheduled berthing of vessels carrying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), Aviation Turbine Kerosene (ATK), and crude oil. The inflow of these products is expected to boost inland distribution, ease logistics pressures, and stabilize fuel availability nationwide.
Lagos Axis: Active Discharge and Dangote Supply Linkage
- ASHABI
- Product: AGO (10,000 MT) / ATK (5,000 MT)
- Terminal: Prudent Energy
- Status: Arrived April 22, Berthed April 25
- Remarks: Discharging ongoing; offers fresh supply for diesel and jet fuel markets.
- VAROLI PIAZA
- Product: Butane (10,000 MT)
- Terminal: Nipco, Prudent Energy
- Status: Arrived April 23, Berthed April 25
- Remarks: Terminal readiness in progress for LPG discharge.
- ST LADY MEENAH
- Product: PMS (15,000 MT)
- Terminal: Salbas
- Status: Arrived April 24, Berthed April 25
- Remarks: Discharging 5,000 MT in Lagos before heading to Warri port.
- SEA EXPLORER
- Product: PMS (15,000 MT)
- Terminal: Ibafon (Berth 1)
- Status: Arrived April 20, Berthed April 22
- Remarks: Awaiting clearance to begin offloading.
- CLYDE JET A1
- Product: Jet A1 (7,500 MT and an additional 25,000 MT)
- Status: April 20 & 26 berths
- Remarks: Discharging in progress; fresh loading planned from Dangote Refinery.
- SIENNA, IZKI & POPI SAZAKLIS
- Product: Crude Oil (each 136,000 MT–145,000 MT)
- Terminal: Dangote Refinery
- Remarks: Critical feedstock arrivals to support local refining operations.
Port Harcourt & Calabar: Expanding Access to Southern Markets
- BINTA SALEH
- Product: AGO (15,500 MT)
- Terminal: Shorelink Jetty
- Status: Arrived April 24, Berthed April 25
- Remarks: Next tanker to discharge in Port Harcourt.
- AFRICAN MARVEL
- Product: PMS (10,000 MT)
- Terminal: Northwest, Calabar
- Status: Arrived April 23, Berthed April 25
- Remarks: Discharging balance cargo to improve the southeast regional fuel supply.
Warri: Inland Terminals Gear Up for Deliveries
- MATRIX TRIUMPH
- Product: PMS (15,000 MT)
- Terminal: Matrix Jetty
- Status: ETA April 28
- Remarks: Scheduled to ease pressure on inland distribution.
- ST LADY MEENAH
- Product: PMS (10,000 MT)
- Terminal: Fradro Jetty
- Status: ETA April 28
- Remarks: Fulfills supply continuity from Lagos leg.
- CAPT GREGORY
- Product: PMS (10,500 MT)
- Terminal: AYM Shafa
- Status: ETA April 26
- Remarks: Awaiting discharge commencement.
Strategic Implications
This week’s tanker activity underscores Nigeria’s sustained momentum in managing petroleum imports amid market volatility. Vessels like Sienna and Ashabi directly support Dangote Refinery’s operations, ensuring a steady stream of crude for domestic processing. Meanwhile, increased diesel, PMS, and LPG cargoes through terminals such as Prudent, Salbas, and Nipco further help balance local supply, especially in anticipation of higher logistics demand during the planting season.
Outlook
More tankers are expected by month-end, including Pacific Blue, Golden Jasmine, and Amif, which will carry AGO, Jet A1, and PMS, respectively. With regulatory oversight and efficient terminal logistics in place, Nigeria’s short-term fuel availability outlook remains stable, minimizing the risk of retail supply disruptions nationwide.