AA Rano Nigeria, founded by oil magnate Auwalu Abdullahi Rano, has unveiled Nigerias first fully automated, unmanned fuel stations, marking a shift in the downstream petroleum market and altering how motorists purchase fuel and how operators manage retail outlets.
The company said the stations will offer 24-hour, self-service fueling supported by digital controls and remote monitoring. The project is being implemented through a partnership with Petrosoft Limited, a Nigerian technology firm that develops management systems for the oil and gas industry.
Under the agreement, Petrosoft will deploy its automated station technology across AA Ranos retail network nationwide. In a statement issued Tuesday, AA Rano said the first unmanned stations are expected to start operations in January 2026, allowing customers to refuel, make contactless payments and complete transactions without attendants.
