Fresh wave of fuel scarcity looms in Delta State as the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) begin an indefinite strike starting Monday, September 8, 2025.
The shutdown follows an emergency meeting held by the two unions on Saturday, September 6, where it was unanimously agreed that all filling stations across the state should cease operations from 6:00 a.m. on Monday until further notice from their national leadership.
In a circular issued to petroleum marketers, IPMAN and NUPENG warned that any station that flouts the directive will be fined ₦1 million.
The statement reads:
“Following the emergency meeting held today, Saturday, 6th September 2025, IPMAN and NUPENG have jointly resolved that with effect from Monday, 8th September 2025, all filling stations in Delta State must remain closed until we receive further instructions from our national bodies.
“Any station that fails to comply will face a penalty of ₦1 million. Kindly circulate this information accordingly. An injury to one is an injury to all.”
The strike is expected to significantly impact fuel distribution not only in Delta State but possibly across the South-South region, as marketers in neighbouring states often join in solidarity during union actions.
Residents and motorists are already expressing concern over the potential shortage and price hikes.
Source: Vanguard
