The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring steady and uninterrupted nationwide supply of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and Automotive Gas Oil (diesel), with a daily production capacity that exceeds Nigeria’s total consumption.
Speaking on the development, Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Dangote Industries Limited, Anthony Chiejina, said the refinery’s operations are guided by the company’s dedication to national energy stability and consumer confidence.
“Our refinery is currently loading over 45 million litres of PMS and 25 million litres of diesel daily, which exceeds Nigeria’s demand,” Chiejina said.
“We are working collaboratively with regulatory agencies and distribution partners to guarantee efficient nationwide delivery. Dangote remains steadfast in its commitment to meeting the energy needs of Nigerians. This significant production capacity not only guarantees local supply but also enhances energy security and reduces dependence on imports.”
Chiejina noted that the improved local production of petroleum products has helped stabilise the exchange rate and strengthen the naira.
“We have reduced foreign exchange outflows and increased inflows, which in turn supports the naira and strengthens the economy,” he added.
He also defended the recently announced tariff on petroleum imports, describing it as a patriotic and necessary step to protect local industries.
“Dumping engenders poverty, discourages industrialisation, creates unemployment, and leads to revenue loss for the government,” he said. “Across the world, nations protect their local manufacturers from unfair competition. Dumping destroyed our textile industry, which was once a major employer of labour and creator of wealth.”
Chiejina urged the Federal Government to strengthen monitoring and enforcement mechanisms to curb the influx of substandard and toxic products into the country. He said such dumping practices, often driven by rent-seekers, undermine government policies and discourage investment in the domestic oil sector.
According to him, the new tariff policy will benefit local refiners, attract fresh investments, and boost job creation. He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his foresight in approving the tariff, saying the policy underscores the administration’s commitment to a stable, business-friendly environment.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu continues to embody courageous and visionary leadership, renewing the hope of Nigerians and restoring investor confidence. His administration’s bold and business-friendly reforms are reshaping the downstream oil and gas sector and unlocking new opportunities for industrial growth,” Chiejina stated.
He cautioned that failure to protect domestic refiners could lead to large-scale dumping from Asia and Europe, threatening Nigeria’s industrial base and undermining the government’s reform agenda. He urged industry stakeholders to show patriotism and align with the Federal Government’s vision for a self-sustaining energy sector.
Equipped with advanced technology and robust infrastructure, the Dangote Refinery is expected to eliminate reliance on fuel imports, stabilise the supply chain, and ease pressure on foreign exchange reserves.
President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, recently assured Nigerians that petrol prices would not be increased during the ember months despite global market fluctuations.
“I want to assure Nigerians that the Dangote Refinery is fully committed to maintaining an uninterrupted supply of petrol throughout the festive period. Nigerians can look forward to a Christmas and New Year free of fuel anxiety,” Dangote said.
Since commencing petrol production in September 2024, the refinery has played a pivotal role in stabilising prices and eliminating fuel scarcity nationwide. The average price of PMS in September 2024 was about ₦1,030 per litre, compared to ₦841–₦851 in September 2025, following the implementation of the Dangote Direct Delivery Scheme.
Similarly, the pump price of diesel (AGO) dropped from between ₦1,400–₦1,700 per litre in 2024 to around ₦1,020 per litre by September 2025 — a reflection of the refinery’s impact on logistics efficiency and market stability.
In comparison, petrol prices in neighbouring West African countries range between $1.20 and $2.00 per litre, while Nigeria’s average price remains around $0.60 per litre, highlighting the refinery’s role in enhancing affordability and energy security.