NMDPRA, Asharami push for cleaner energy
AMEMBER of Sahara Group, Asharami Synergy, has forged a partnership with the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority ( NMDPRA) to amplify efforts in promoting policies that foster the adoption and utilisation of cleaner energy solutions across the country.
Speaking at Asharami Synergy 2024 Customer Forum, Managing Director, Foluso Sobanjo, said the company remained dedicated to spearheading the quest for environmental sustainability in Nigeria’s downstream operations across the sector’s value chain.
Asharami Synergy reiterated its commitment to promoting the adoption of cleaner fuels in the sector, working in collaboration with regulatory authorities and delivering exceptional fuel solutions responsibly.
Sobanjo informed the company’s customers that Asharami was delighted to serve as their preferred energy solutions provider, mentioning that Asharami had already initiated the supply of low sulphur fuels in line with the Afri- 5 specifications set by the African Refiners and Distributors Association ( ARDA) and in compliance with the provision of the Petroleum Industry Act ( PIA) 2021 which limits the sulphur content in Gasoil/ Diesel to 50ppm ( parts per million).
“Given our track record of transparency, integrity, and service excellence in the sector, we are using this forum to keep our esteemed customers abreast of new developments in the sector, especially the switch to the AFRI- 5 low- sulphur specification which makes diesel appear lighter. This does not reduce the quality or performance of the product as all parameters remain the same as specified by the Standards Organization of Nigeria ( SON),” he said.
Head, Distribution System Storage Infrastructure, Lagos SW, NMDPRA, Oluwakayode Oyegoke, reassured the public that the new directive would help reduce pollution and promote the well- being of Nigerians.
He said: “The NMDPRA would like to commend Asharami Synergy for providing this platform to help create more awareness and educate the buying public about the new fuel specifications. The Authority would also like to assure all stakeholders that the products in circulation meet all requirements for safety, quality, and environmental sustainability. The industry is evolving, and we have to move with the world towards cleaner energy. Economically, the transition to low- sulphur fuels can attract investment, create jobs, and reduce the country’s carbon footprint.”
Also, Chief Marketing Officer, Asharami Synergy, Adeoti Onabolu commended the company’s customers for their patronage, noting that Asharami leverages Sahara Group’s global footprint and strategic investments to deliver exceptional fuel solutions and expand its operations across subSaharan Africa.
“Serving you is a privilege we hold dear, and your satisfaction is the ultimate success factor and motivation for us to diligently and unceasingly work towards bringing energy to your lives and businesses responsibly,” Onabolu said.
She added that Asharami Synergy’s vertically integrated downstream business encompasses the entire value chain from top- quality product sourcing to the final sales to the end consumers.