The President of the Dangote Group and founder of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Aliko Dangote, made good of what he promised to be a major ‘shakedown’ in the entire country soon as the refinery has announced plans to begin direct nationwide distribution of Premium Motor Spirit and diesel from August 15, 2025.
Dangote had made the promise in an interview with newsmen following the recent visit of President Bola Tinubu to the $20bn refinery in Lekki, Lagos. He said that the plan was not only about price reduction, but complete overhaul of downstream sector.
The company said it’s deploying 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural Gas-powered tankers to boost delivery capacity and improve access to fuel across the country.
The offer, according to a statement released on Sunday, is open to marketers, petrol station dealers, manufacturers, telecoms operators, aviation firms, and other large-scale fuel users.
The firm also disclosed plans to support distribution through the establishment of daughter booster CNG stations and a dedicated fleet of over 100 gas-powered tankers.
It noted that the logistics support, including free product delivery, was designed to eliminate distribution bottlenecks and bring down operational costs in key sectors of the economy.
“Dangote Petroleum Refinery is pleased to announce the commencement of a significant national initiative designed to transform Nigeria’s fuel distribution landscape.
“Effective 15th of August 2025, the refinery will begin the distribution of Premium Motor Spirit and diesel to marketers, petrol dealers, manufacturers, telecoms firms, aviation, and other large users across the country, with free logistics to boost the distribution network.
“This strategic programme is part of our broader commitment to eliminating logistics costs, enhancing energy efficiency, promoting sustainability and supporting Nigeria’s economic development,” the company said.
