Dangote Petroleum Refinery has refuted recent media reports claiming it imports finished petrol with high sulphur content into Nigeria, describing the allegations as “false and misleading.”
In a statement issued on Friday, the company clarified that, as a world-scale complex refinery, it processes a variety of crude oils and intermediate feedstocks — a standard global practice designed to optimise production and ensure product quality.
“The cargo in question is an intermediate feedstock, not finished petrol,” the company explained. “It will be fully refined in our processing units to meet both Nigerian and international quality standards.”
Operating within a Free Trade Zone, Dangote Petroleum Refinery stated that it produces and sells only high-quality fuels that comply with all regulatory specifications. The company added that its exports to the United States and Europe — two of the world’s most strictly regulated markets — demonstrate its adherence to international product quality and safety standards.
The refinery also noted that every imported feedstock is accompanied by quality certificates, which are transparently shared with regulators.
“We are also willing to make these documents available to the public in the interest of full transparency and accountability,” the statement added.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery reaffirmed its commitment to promoting Nigeria’s energy independence, upholding global best practices, and delivering cleaner, high-quality fuels for both domestic and international markets.
