NNPC begins lifting refined petrol from Dangote Refinery as scheduled distribution kicks off 

This development aligns with the federal government’s statement that the refinery would begin distributing petrol to NNPC on September 15, 2024.  

The update was shared through a tweet posted on the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the Dangote Group on Sunday.  

The tweet, which declared, “NNPC begins PMS lifting at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery,” also featured images of multiple tankers being loaded with petrol at the refinery’s fuel loading gantry. 

Prior to the commencement, Femi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer (CCCO) of NNPC Ltd, had disclosed on Saturday that by the end of the day, at least 300 trucks would be stationed at the refinery’s loading gantry in preparation for the scheduled petrol loading on Sunday, September 15.  

This milestone marks a significant step forward in the operational activities of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and its contribution to the domestic petrol supply chain. 

The Dangote Refinery has officially begun distributing refined petrol to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPC), signaling a major step forward in the refinery’s operations and its role in Nigeria’s energy sector.  

This development follows months of anticipation and marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between the Dangote Refinery and NNPC. In addition to this accomplishment, another key milestone is set to take place in just two weeks. 

On Friday, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, represented by Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), announced that the federal government had finalized all agreements and modalities for the sale of crude oil to local refineries in Naira, as well as the corresponding purchase of petroleum products.  

This announcement came after a Technical Sub-Committee meeting on the subject, signaling a new phase in Nigeria’s energy strategy. 

From October 1, the Dangote Refinery is expected to receive 385,000 barrels per day (BPD) of crude oil from the NNPC, with both crude oil and petroleum products to be paid for in Naira.  

Additionally, all related regulatory costs, including those from the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), will also be settled in Naira, further emphasizing the shift towards local currency transactions in the energy sector. 

Although the federal government has confirmed the finalization of the crude supply deal with the Dangote Refinery, critical elements such as crude pricing and the Naira exchange rate remain undisclosed. These factors are expected to play a key role in the overall impact of the agreement on the local market and Nigeria’s energy landscape.