Dangote Petroleum Refinery has strongly pushed back against reports suggesting it is preparing to halt operations, insisting that production remains steady and uninterrupted, despite widespread speculation.
The refinery described the claims as misleading, stressing that its facilities are fully operational and capable of sustaining petrol supply nationwide.
According to the company, there is no plan to suspend output under the guise of maintenance.
Addressing market concerns, the refinery said it currently has the capacity to deliver between 40 million and 50 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit daily, depending on demand.
It noted that this volume is sufficient to stabilise supply through the coming weeks.
Providing recent production data, the company disclosed that it produced 50 million litres of petrol on January 4 and successfully dispatched 48 million litres through its gantry.
Existing stock levels, it added, can comfortably cover more than 20 days of national consumption.
“This level of output clearly shows that there is no disruption whatsoever,” a refinery official said.
“The narrative of an impending shutdown does not align with the operational realities on the ground.”
The refinery also clarified that routine maintenance does not translate into a complete halt of activities.
It explained that its integrated design allows some units to undergo servicing while others continue production seamlessly.
While units such as the Crude Distillation Unit or the Residual Fluid Catalytic Cracking unit may undergo maintenance at intervals, the company said critical components like the Hydrocracker, Naphtha Hydrotreater, and CCR Reformer remain active, ensuring continuous output of petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel.
Reinforcing its supply record, Dangote stated that since mid-December 2025, it has consistently loaded between 31 million and 48 million litres of petrol daily.
These figures, it said, are verifiable through official depot records maintained by the downstream petroleum regulator.
On pricing, the refinery maintained that it continues to sell petrol at an ex-gantry rate of N699 per litre to marketers and bulk buyers.
It urged industry players to prioritise locally refined products, which it described as more affordable and reliable than imports.
The company also accused fuel importers of fueling false narratives to rationalise recent increases in pump prices.
According to the refinery, such actions undermine public confidence and worsen economic pressure on consumers.
“Without domestic refining, petrol prices could have climbed to extreme levels,” another official said.
“Local production is now acting as a buffer against price shocks in a post-subsidy market.”
Dangote Refinery reaffirmed its commitment to energy security, market stability, and economic growth, urging Nigerians to disregard unverified reports.
It added that internal maintenance schedules are managed according to global best practices and do not interfere with supply.
The refinery concluded by assuring the public that it remains focused on delivering high-quality petroleum products while supporting Nigeria’s push for energy independence.