- Dangote refinery exported 12 cargoes of refined petroleum products to five African countries
- The shipments were made after the refinery reached its 650,000 barrels-per-day capacity this year
- The exports are driven by rising fuel demand and supply disruptions linked to Middle East tensions
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has exported 12 cargoes of refined petroleum products totalling 456,000 tonnes to five African countries, expanding its regional presence amid ongoing fuel supply challenges linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
As reported by PUNCH, the cargoes were shipped to Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Tanzania, Ghana, and Togo. The products were sold to international traders on a Free on Board basis after the refinery reached its 650,000 barrels-per-day capacity in February 2026.
A senior refinery official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the development reflects increasing confidence in Nigeria’s refining capabilities and a shift in Africa’s fuel supply structure.
The official explained that the shipments, totalling 456,000 tonnes, and equivalent to about 608 million litres, highlight the scale of operations and the refinery’s ability to supply multiple markets across the continent.
He noted that the exports include Premium Motor Spirit and align with rising demand from African countries facing supply shortages and higher import costs due to global market disruptions.
The official added that the refinery’s production of Euro 5-standard gasoline and diesel has contributed to increased demand, as several African countries move to phase out lower-quality fuels.
He said the facility is positioned to meet both domestic and regional demand, stressing that export activities would not affect local supply.