Dangote refinery sees surge in petrol truck loading after price drop
The Dangote Refinery has reported a sharp increase in daily petrol truck loadings after slashing fuel prices and lowering minimum purchase requirements. According to the company, over 1,000 trucks now visit the facility each day to load petrol. Aliko Dangote emphasized that these changes are aimed at making energy more affordable and accessible for Nigerians. The refinery also introduced new measures to boost confidence among fuel marketers and ensure a steady supply.
TLDR
- Over 1,000 trucks now load petrol daily at Dangote Refinery following a price cut to N699 per litre.
- The minimum purchase requirement was reduced from two million litres to 250,000 litres to allow smaller marketers to participate.
- Aliko Dangote said the goal is to make energy accessible and affordable for all Nigerians.
- A new 10-day bank guarantee system was introduced to reassure marketers and ensure uninterrupted supply.
- The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria urged its members to buy from Dangote Refinery, with free delivery set to begin in January 2026.
