Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reaffirmed its commitment to supplying Nigerians with premium, Euro V-compliant fuels, stating that the removal of petrol subsidy and the scale of its operations have helped ease fuel scarcity and stabilize domestic supply.
Speaking at a media briefing in Lagos, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Refinery, Mr. David Bird, said the facility is delivering petrol (PMS) and jet fuel that meet global specifications, marking a clear break from years of dependence on substandard imports. He noted that the refinery’s products are competitive enough to be exported to Europe and the Middle East, underscoring their quality and international acceptance.
According to Bird, the refinery operates a 24-hour loading system with the capacity to evacuate more than 1,000 trucks daily, ensuring uninterrupted nationwide distribution. Daily offtake has, at times, exceeded 52 million litres, reflecting strong demand and improved logistics efficiency. In the second half of 2025 alone, average daily deliveries surpassed 50 million litres.
He said the expansion of domestic refining capacity has helped insulate Nigeria from sharp swings in global oil and product prices, contributing to relatively stable pump prices despite volatility in international markets. Bird also highlighted the crude-for-naira arrangement as a strategic initiative that reduces pressure on foreign exchange and supports naira stability.
“Dangote Refinery delivers world-class fuels meeting Euro V specifications to the Nigerian market, signaling the end of the era of substandard imports,” Bird said. “Our ability to export refined petrol to Europe and jet fuel to the Middle East speaks directly to the quality and competitiveness of our products.”
Bird explained that the refinery’s advanced design and operational flexibility allow it to sustain high output, even during scheduled maintenance. He attributed this resilience to the vision behind the project, describing the facility as more than a conventional refinery.
“We are not just a traditional refinery. We operate as a complete merchant refining, blending, and trading platform,” he said. “Our feedstock is fully seaborne, giving us the flexibility to process a wide range of Nigerian and alternative crude grades.”
Looking ahead, the company plans a major expansion within the next three years, alongside new investments in petrochemicals, including polypropylene, base oils, and liquefied petroleum gas. Bird also disclosed that preparations are underway to list a portion of the refinery on the Nigerian Stock Exchange, a move that would allow Nigerians to participate directly in its ownership.
Describing the project as transformative, Bird said the refinery is helping reshape Nigeria’s energy and industrial landscape and has the potential to anchor a world-scale industrial hub in Lagos.
“With our scale, efficiency, and product quality, we are positioned to compete globally while fully meeting Nigeria’s domestic needs,” he said. “This investment fundamentally changes the trajectory of Nigeria’s energy sector and broader economy.”