THE Fuel Oil Import, Storage and Distribution Supervision Committee and the Department of Petroleum and Petroleum Products Inspection under the Ministry of Energy are systematically managing the import, storage, distribution, and sale of fuel oil in a safe and orderly manner, in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations on petroleum and petroleum products. At the same time, if any illegal fuel oil operations are detected, appropriate legal action is taken promptly.
In this context, between 1 April 2024 and 30 September 2025, a total of 553 cases of illegal transportation, distribution, and sale of fuel oil were detected across the regions and states. The confiscated fuel oil amounted to approximately 3,037 tonnes, with a total value exceeding K18,922 million. Legal measures were taken in accordance with the laws governing petroleum and petroleum products, as confirmed by the Fuel Import, Storage and Distribution Supervision Committee.
According to Section 30 of the Petroleum and Petroleum Products Law, “No person shall engage in any activity or operation that requires a licence under this law without first obtaining the appropriate licence.” In line with this provision, authorities are strictly monitoring and preventing the illegal storage, distribution, and sale of fuel oil to ensure such activities do not occur and to reduce their prevalence. This is being carried out in accordance with the law, in collaboration with task forces combating illegal trade, which also conduct inspections and enforcement operations. Continuous awareness and educational campaigns are being implemented to prevent the illegal distribution and sale of fuel oil.
Furthermore, even if a business holds a valid licence, if it is found to be operating in violation of legal provisions, regulations, or guidelines, authorities will take administrative action in accordance with the Petroleum and Petroleum Products Law. Under Section 34, such actions may include issuing a warning, imposing the prescribed monetary penalty, suspending the licence for a specified period, or permanently revoking or cancelling the licence.
Illegal activities involving the transportation, storage, distribution, and sale of fuel oil are not conducted in accordance with the prescribed regulations and therefore pose serious risks. Such activities can lead to fire hazards, environmental damage, and the loss of state and public property, as well as the misappropriation of government revenue. Additionally, the public may be unable to access fuel that meets established standards and quality requirements. As these operations are also in violation of the law, the Ministry of Energy is actively raising widespread awareness, encouraging all operators to refrain from unlawful activities and to obtain the relevant licences and operate in full compliance with legal requirements.
MNA/KNN
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