A 34 percent surge in petrol consumption is the latest sign that Nigeria's economy is turning the corner.
Average daily consumption of premium motor spirit reached 63.7 million litres in December 2025, up from 47.5 million litres in October 2024, according to data sourced from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority.
The December figure represents the highest level recorded during a 15-month tracking period tracked by BusinessDay.
"The trend signals heightened demand for rugged and durable vehicles, largely
