The Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA) has called for a specialised supplier license to allow it to supply products under specific conditions.
The association made the appeal when its leadership paid a courtesy visit to the chief executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Mr Saidu Mohammed.
NOGASA National President, Mr Benneth Korie, called for regulatory adjustments to reflect the operational realities of suppliers in the sector.
He appealed for “the introduction of a supplier licence tailored to the specialised operations of the Association and its members,” noting that such a framework would enhance efficiency and ensure “continued national connectivity and effective service delivery.
The specialised license allows companies to supply oil or gas products within a defined niche without needing a full-scale petroleum license. It will help ensure safe and efficient energy supply, encourage private sector participation, improve transparency and accountability, and promote targeted investment in gas infrastructure.
On his part, the NMDPRA boss reaffirmed the regulator’s commitment to strengthening efficiency and ensuring a level playing field across Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector.
Mr Mohammed stressed that the authority remains focused on transparent and fair regulation.
“The authority will continue to promote a level playing field for all operators across the midstream and downstream sectors,” he said.
The engagement highlights ongoing efforts by regulators and industry stakeholders to refine policies and strengthen Nigeria’s downstream petroleum value chain.
He also commended the association’s role in sustaining petroleum product distribution nationwide, noting its contribution to national infrastructure and service delivery.
“We recognise the sustained role of NOGASA in supporting critical national infrastructure and service delivery across the country,” Mr Mohammed added, assuring that “their concerns and requests would be carefully considered in line with our regulatory mandate.”
The engagement highlights ongoing efforts by regulators and industry stakeholders to refine policies and strengthen Nigeria’s downstream petroleum value chain.