Dangote Petroleum Refinery has once again confirmed that it has the capacity to produce and supply fuel volumes that exceed Nigeria’s current daily consumption needs.
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According to the company, the refinery can supply up to 75 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) per day, compared to the country’s estimated daily usage of about 50 million litres. It also has the capacity to deliver 25 million litres of diesel daily, above the estimated demand of 14 million litres, and 20 million litres of aviation fuel, which is far higher than the local daily requirement of roughly four million litres.
The refinery explained that producing above domestic demand creates a strong supply cushion, helps stabilize the market, and reduces the need for fuel imports — especially during periods of high demand or supply chain disruptions.
In a public notice, the management said it remains fully ready to supply marketers and industry stakeholders with petroleum products that meet international quality standards. The listed daily supply volumes include 75 million litres of petrol, 25 million litres of diesel, and 20 million litres of jet fuel.
Energy sector analysts say that having supply capacity above consumption levels improves national fuel security, reduces the likelihood of emergency imports, and strengthens overall inventory levels within the system.
Dangote Refinery also stressed that its operations remain fully compliant with regulatory requirements and that it continues to work closely with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The company noted that its supply strategy supports broader efforts to maintain stability and order in the downstream petroleum market.
The refinery added that it is maintaining active collaboration with regulators and other industry players as Nigeria continues its shift from dependence on imported fuel to increased domestic refining. It said the goal is to ensure that the advantages of local refining — including steady supply, competitive pricing, and improved market discipline — are consistently delivered to consumers across the country.
With Nigeria’s local refining capacity growing, industry stakeholders believe the country is in a stronger position to cut foreign exchange spending on fuel imports, improve supply reliability, and boost efficiency in the downstream sector.
