DPR SHUTS 116 FILLING STATIONS AND GAS PLANTS IN LAGOS.

The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has closed down 103 illegal filling stations and 13 gas plants in Lagos state.

This exercise was carried out in accordance with the directive by the Senate for DPR to shut down illegal gas retailers due to cases of gas explosions across the country.

The closure is as a result of noncompliance with its guidelines, as well as that of international regulations.

According to the Zonal Operations Controller for DPR in Lagos, Ayorinde Cardoso, the exercise will improve safety in selling and distribution of Liquefied Petroleum Gas in the State.