Dangote Refinery has pledged to significantly increase its supply of petrol to the Nigerian market, aiming to provide 50 million liters per day from December 2025 to January 2026. This translates to 1.5 billion liters monthly, as stated in a notice to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) signed by the company’s CEO, David Bird.
The commitment comes after NMDPRA reported that Dangote Refinery supplied only 34.15 percent of Nigeria’s 56.7 million liters of petrol per day consumption in October 2025, contrary to the refinery’s claim of 45 million liters per day. The refinery has vowed to upscale its domestic supply capacity to outpace petrol imports, with plans to further increase its petrol supply to 1.7 billion liters per month, or 57 million liters per day, from February 2026 onwards.
The company has sought the support of NMDPRA to import crude feedstocks and blending components without hindrance. In a notice, Dangote Refinery expressed its readiness to supply Nigeria’s domestic petrol requirements, confirming its ability to meet the specified volumes. The refinery has also invited NMDPRA officials to validate and publish its daily supply volumes, starting from December 1, to ensure transparency.
The increased supply commitment is significant, given Nigeria’s reliance on petrol imports. Dangote Refinery’s 650,000-barrel-per-day capacity is expected to play a crucial role in reducing the country’s dependence on imported fuel. By publishing its daily production and stock volumes, the company aims to demonstrate its transparency and commitment to meeting the country’s energy needs.
The development is a positive step towards addressing Nigeria’s energy challenges, and the refinery’s willingness to work with regulatory authorities is expected to enhance the country’s energy security. As the refinery ramps up its production, it is likely to have a significant impact on the Nigerian economy, reducing the need for imported fuel and promoting economic growth. With the increased supply expected to commence in December, the coming months will be critical in assessing the refinery’s ability to meet its commitments and contribute to Nigeria’s energy sector development.
