Dangote Petroleum Refinery has dismissed reports claiming it has shut down operations, describing the information as false, misleading, and inconsistent with the realities on ground. The company said production activities at the refinery remain stable, ongoing, and uninterrupted, assuring Nigerians and the business community of continued fuel supply.
In a press statement issued on Monday, the refinery clarified that it is currently supplying between 40 and 50 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit daily, a volume expected to be sustained through January and February, subject to market demand. The company disclosed that on January 4 alone, it produced 50 million litres of PMS and successfully evacuated 48 million litres, reinforcing its capacity to meet national fuel needs.
The management further stated that existing stock levels at the facility are sufficient to cover more than 20 days of national fuel consumption, a development that offers some reassurance to marketers, transport operators, and small businesses that rely heavily on stable fuel availability for daily operations.
Addressing concerns around maintenance activities, the refinery explained that routine work is being carried out on selected units but stressed that this has no impact on overall output. According to the company, PMS, diesel, and Jet A-1 production continue seamlessly through fully operational processing units, with no disruption to supply chains.
The refinery also reaffirmed that its ex-gantry price remains N699 per litre and is available to all marketers and bulk consumers without discrimination. It urged stakeholders across the downstream sector to support locally refined, high-quality petroleum products, noting that consistent patronage strengthens domestic refining, reduces import dependence, and supports price stability.
For MSMEs, the refinery’s reassurance is significant, as fuel availability and pricing directly affect logistics costs, production expenses, and overall business sustainability. By maintaining steady output and pricing, the refinery said it remains committed to supporting economic activity and easing supply pressures in the energy market.
