The Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Africa’s largest single-train refinery, has announced plans to begin supplying 50 million litres of petrol per day to the Nigerian market from December 2025.
According to company officials, the refinery has completed test runs and is now ready to commence large-scale production. The pledge comes amid persistent fuel shortages and high pump prices, with Nigerians eagerly awaiting the refinery’s impact on the downstream sector.
The refinery, located in Lekki Free Trade Zone, Lagos, has a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day and is designed to meet Nigeria’s domestic fuel demand while also exporting surplus products.
Dangote Group stated that the daily supply will help stabilize the market, reduce dependence on imported refined products, and save billions of dollars in foreign exchange.
Context and Implications
For Consumers: The refinery’s entry into petrol supply could lower prices and improve availability nationwide.
For Government: It supports Nigeria’s goal of achieving energy self-sufficiency and reducing subsidy burdens.
For Economy: Analysts expect the refinery to save Nigeria up to $10 billion annually in foreign exchange and create thousands of jobs.
For Regional Market: Beyond Nigeria, the refinery is positioned to supply fuel to West Africa, strengthening regional energy security.
Experts caution, however, that distribution logistics, pricing policies, and regulatory oversight will determine how quickly Nigerians feel the benefits.
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