Dangote Petroleum Refinery described media reports suggesting that the surge in petrol imports in November 2025 was linked to a breakdown in supply arrangements between Dangote Refinery and petroleum marketers.
A statement signed by Dangote Group’s Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina, described the report as “inaccurate and misleading.”
Speaking on the issue, the Refinery quoted the IPMAN National President, Abubakar Shettima, as saying: “Our members fully support Dangote Refinery. Since supply began, marketers have consistently lifted products without any complaints. We oppose continued importation because Dangote Refinery has the capacity to meet the country’s entire PMS demand.”
“Shettima further noted that members are satisfied with the reliability of supply and welcomed the refinery’s commitment to direct delivery to filling stations—a move he described as critical to stabilising distribution and benefiting consumers.
“He stressed that improved access to locally refined products has eased supply pressures and boosted confidence among independent marketers, reaffirming IPMAN’s commitment to domestic refining as a sustainable solution for Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector,” according to the statement.