NNPC Retail Limited has unveiled a smart self-service fuelling station as part of efforts to modernise its retail operations and provide motorists with a faster and more convenient refuelling experience.

The newly introduced facility is designed to operate around the clock, allowing customers to purchase fuel through an automated process with reduced dependence on conventional attendant-led services.

The development is part of the company’s broader push to introduce technology-driven solutions into Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector.

The smart station is expected to provide motorists with a more transparent fuelling process while reducing waiting times at the pump.

Reports indicate that the facility is located in Abuja and incorporates several modern services designed to meet the changing needs of motorists and other customers.

Beyond conventional petrol dispensing, the smart station model is being developed as a broader mobility and energy hub. Facilities under the model can include electric vehicle charging points and other services for motorists.

NNPC Retail’s move comes as the company continues to explore technology and alternative energy solutions within its retail network.

The company has also outlined plans for a wider rollout of smart self-service stations across Nigeria. Reports indicate that between 50 and 70 such stations could be deployed nationwide, expanding access to automated fuelling and related services.

The planned expansion is expected to support the transformation of traditional filling stations into more integrated energy and convenience centres.

The adoption of self-service technology could also improve operational efficiency by allowing customers to complete transactions with less manual intervention.

For motorists, the development could mean quicker access to fuel and additional services, particularly at locations designed to operate continuously.

The introduction of smart stations reflects the broader changes taking place in Nigeria’s downstream oil and gas industry as businesses increasingly adopt digital systems and diversify their energy offerings.

With the planned expansion, NNPC Retail is positioning its retail network to accommodate emerging technologies while providing motorists with more convenient and modern fuelling options.