The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has engaged gas processing companies in a bid to strengthen compliance with regulatory standards and sustain the distribution of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and propane across Nigeria. The Authority disclosed this in a post on its official X handle, stating that……
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has engaged gas processing companies in a bid to strengthen compliance with regulatory standards and sustain the distribution of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and propane across Nigeria.
The Authority disclosed this in a post on its official X handle, stating that the meeting focused on the need for gas processors and other industry stakeholders to maintain required standards in the processing, handling and distribution of LPG and propane.
“The Authority emphasised that adherence to established standards is critical to ensuring the availability of safe, quality and reliable LPG for consumers nationwide, while also supporting the growth and development of the domestic LPG market,” it said.
According to NMDPRA, the engagement also provided an opportunity for operators and regulators to address operational concerns, improve collaboration and identify measures to enhance the efficiency and reliability of LPG distribution.
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“The meeting further provided an opportunity for the Authority and industry operators to address operational concerns, enhance collaboration and identify measures to improve the efficiency and reliability of LPG distribution,” the statement added.
The regulator reaffirmed its commitment to promoting market stability, consumer protection and sustainable investment in the midstream and downstream petroleum sector.
“NMDPRA reaffirmed its commitment to effective regulation that promotes market stability, protects consumers and creates an enabling environment for sustainable investment in the midstream and downstream petroleum sector,” it said.
The Authority said the engagement further demonstrated its commitment to being “Firm in Regulation, Fair in Conduct and Fast in Execution” while working with industry stakeholders to strengthen Nigeria’s LPG value chain.
