Edo Taskforce Cracks Down on Fuel Station Malpractices, Seals Erring Stations

By Editor

The Edo State Petroleum Monitoring Taskforce, led by Engr. Daniel Usifoh, has embarked on a mission to sanitize the downstream petroleum sector in the state, uncovering widespread malpractice at fuel dispensing stations along Sapele Road. The taskforce, comprising members such as Comrade Muhammed Jamiu Gavin and Baroko, conducted a comprehensive inspection of fuel stations, revealing that several establishments were deliberately adjusting their pumps to under-dispense fuel, thereby shortchanging unsuspecting consumers.

In response to the infractions, the taskforce sealed several filling stations as a punitive and corrective measure. Engr. Usifoh, addressing newsmen during the operation, reiterated the unwavering commitment of Governor Monday Okpebholo to ensuring transparency and fairness in the downstream petroleum sector across Edo State. “This administration will not tolerate any form of exploitation of our people,” he stated emphatically.

Governor Okpebholo’s directive to the taskforce is clear: to protect consumers and uphold market integrity. The taskforce’s actions are a testament to the administration’s resolve to ensure that fuel dispensing stations operate with utmost integrity, fairness, and transparency. Engr. Usifoh warned that similar inspections would continue across other parts of the state, and that erring marketers would face the full wrath of the law.

The taskforce’s crackdown on fuel station malpractices is a welcome development for consumers in Edo State, who have often been at the mercy of unscrupulous fuel marketers. The sealing of erring stations serves as a deterrent to others who may be engaging in similar practices. The Edo State Government’s commitment to transparency and fairness in the downstream petroleum sector is a step in the right direction, and it is expected that this initiative will bring relief to consumers and promote a more equitable marketplace.

The taskforce’s efforts to sanitize the fuel dispensing sector are expected to continue, with regular inspections and monitoring to ensure compliance with regulations. As the Edo State Government continues to prioritize the welfare of its citizens, it is likely that more stringent measures will be put in place to prevent exploitation and ensure that fuel marketers operate with integrity.