- Dangote Refinery can evacuate over 1,000 trucks of petroleum products daily.
- The refinery produces world-class fuels for both domestic use and international export.
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Refinery, Mr David Bird, said during a media briefing in Lagos on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, that the refinery can evacuate over 1,000 trucks of petroleum products daily.
Moreover, he highlighted that the facility delivers world-class fuels meeting Euro V specifications. This marks a decisive shift from the era of substandard imports. Consequently, Nigeria can now rely on locally refined products instead of depending solely on imports.
Furthermore, Bird highlighted the refinery’s ability to export refined petrol to Europe and jet fuel to the Middle East. This demonstrates the high quality and global competitiveness of Dangote Refinery’s products.
Additionally, the facility’s scale and efficiency enable it to meet domestic demand while remaining competitive on the international market. Bird stated, “This investment fundamentally transforms Nigeria’s energy, industrial, and economic landscape.”
Despite fluctuations in global oil prices, Bird observed that increased domestic refining capacity has shielded Nigeria from extreme market volatility. As a result, pump prices have remained relatively stable. He also noted the strategic benefit of the crude-for-naira arrangement, which conserves foreign exchange and supports naira stability.
Looking ahead, Bird outlined plans for a significant expansion within three years. In parallel, the refinery intends to invest in petrochemical production, including polypropylene, base oils, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Additionally, preparations are underway to list a portion of the refinery on the Nigerian Stock Exchange. This will allow Nigerians to participate directly in its ownership.
Describing the project as a “continent-building investment,” Bird expressed pride in its impact. He said, “It is no exaggeration to say this is a continent-building project. I arrived in August and stand on the shoulders of giants who have achieved incredible milestones to turn this part of Lagos into what has the potential to become a world-scale industrial hub.”
Dangote Refinery is now focused on stabilisation and ramping up capacity. The facility delivered more than 50 million litres of products per day in the second half of 2025, sometimes exceeding 52 million litres. Bird attributed this performance to the refinery’s unique design and the vision of Dangote Group founder, Alhaji Aliko Dangote.
He added, “We are not just a traditional refinery. Thanks to Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s foresight, we operate as a complete merchant refining, blending, and trading platform. Our feedstock is 100% seaborne, giving us flexibility to process a wide variety of Nigerian and alternative crude grades.”