By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has expressed concern over Africa’s reliance on importing over 120 million tonnes of refined fuel annually despite its vast crude oil production. Speaking at the inaugural West African Refined Fuel Conference in Abuja on Tuesday, hosted by the...
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By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Alliance of Nigerian Lawyers and Civil Society Advocates has launched a fervent campaign to stop what it describes as a “sinister plot” by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), led by Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari, to sell the Port Harcourt, Warri, and...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited over the “failure to account for and explain the whereabouts of the alleged missing N825bn and $2.5bn meant for ‘refinery rehabilitation’ and other oil revenues.” The suit...
Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed September 29 for the hearing of a suit filed by Dangote Petroleum Refinery against Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and others over an oil import license dispute. The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has expressed interest in the case,...
The Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), Dr. Umaru Kwairanga, has called on the Dangote Group to list its refinery and fertilizer businesses on the Nigerian Exchange to enhance transparency, deepen market participation, and promote inclusive economic growth. Dr. Kwairanga made this call during a courtesy visit to...
Subject: Exposing the Emerging Monopoly Threat in Nigeria’s Petroleum Sector by Aliko Dangote Your Excellency,President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,President, Federal Republic of Nigeria,State House, Abuja. Your Excellency, Fellow Nigerians, With utmost respect and patriotic concern, we write to bring to your urgent attention the growing alarm and apprehension across the...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos – The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has raised concerns over Dangote Refinery’s plan to start direct nationwide distribution of petrol and diesel, warning that it could lead to widespread job losses, business closures, and a monopolistic market structure. PETROAN National...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced 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 (PMS) and diesel to marketers, petrol dealers, manufacturers, telecoms firms, aviation,...
By MBAFAN ADE, Abuja- Chairman of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Aliko Dangote, will retire from the Board effective June 16, 2025, after two decades of leadership. The decision according to the company aligns with principles of good corporate governance and succession planning. The company’s secretary, Temitope Hassan, who announced...
The Chairman of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has credited President Bola Tinubu with being the driving force behind the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Complex. Alhaji Dangote made the remark during the President’s visit to the complex in Lagos State. Dangote stated, “The Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu said more funds would be committed to infrastructure development and urged governors to collaborate with the federal government to align building approvals. The President, who commissioned the Lekki Deep Sea Port Access Road at the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Plant on Thursday...
President Bola Tinubu has praised the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, describing it as a phenomenal project. President Tinubu expressed his gratitude to Alhaji Aliko Dangote for establishing the refinery, noting that it showcases his unwavering belief in Nigeria’s potential. Tinubu made the commendation while commissioning the Lekki Deep Sea Port...
Niger State Governor, Umar Bago has called for partnership with the Dangote Group in the exploration and development of the discovered crude oil blocks in Niger State’s Bida Basin. Bago said that the group would significantly contribute to the exploration project with its proven expertise in the energy sector...
Aliko Dangote Foundation has distributed 3,000 bags of rice to the people of Okpella community in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo. The distribution took place on Saturday at the palace of Okuokpellagbe in Okpella. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a 10kg bag of rice...
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a fresh cut in the pump prices of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) nationwide. The new rates now range from ₦875 to ₦905 per litre, depending on location. A breakdown of the revised prices shows, Lagos:₦875, South-West ₦885, North-East: ₦905, North-West & Central: ₦895, and...
President, Dangote Group Alhaji Aliko Dangote, on Wednesday advised governments at all levels to encourage domestic investors, nothing that only local investors can attract foreign investors in Nigeria. Dangote gave the advice at the Taraba International Investment Summit (TARAVEST) 2025 held in Jalingo. The News Agency of Nigeria reports...
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining stable petrol prices, even as global crude oil prices continue to fluctuate. The affirmation is contained in a statement issued on Monday in Lagos, the Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer of the company, Mr Anthony Chiejina. Chiejina...
Africa’s richest man and industrialist, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has expressed commitment to empowering Nigerian engineers and building local capacity through large-scale industrial projects. Dangote gave the assurance while receiving a delegation from the Lagos Branch of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery at Ibeju-Lekki,...
The Dangote Refinery has announced another reduction in the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from N865 to N835 per litre. The Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer of Dangote, Anthony Echiejina, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos. Echiejina said that...
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has said the recent drop in global crude oil prices has sparked hopes of a corresponding reduction in petrol prices in Nigeria National President, PETROAN, Dr Billy Gillis-Harry, while reacting to recent development in the oil and gas sector...