Airlines get 749m litres jet fuel amid supply swings
Nigerian airlines received 749.2 million litres of aviation fuel between January and August 2026, with significant fluctuations in domestic supply. Read More: https://punchng.com/airlines-get-749m-litres-jet-fuel-amid-supply-swings/
Nigerian airlines obtained a total of 749.2 million liters of jet fuel from domestic sources between January and August 2026, according to an analysis of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority's monthly reports. The daily average stood at about 3.1 million liters, but varied significantly, falling to only 1.6 million liters per day in February before climbing back to 3.1 million liters in August.
This fluctuation in supply highlighted the critical nature of fuel availability for airlines, as it directly impacted flight schedules, operational costs, and passenger experiences. The price of aviation fuel had risen from N900 to N3,500 per liter during the period, causing airlines to report that fuel now accounted for 45% to 50% of their operating expenses.
Consequently, flight disruptions at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport were attributed to the unavailability of Jet A1 aviation fuel.
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