LAGOS, Nigeria — The long-awaited promise of energy independence for Nigeria is finally here! The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has officially announced a monumental milestone: as of December 2025, it is now supplying a staggering 1.5 billion litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) monthly to the Nigerian market. This translates to approximately 50 million litres of petrol flowing daily!
Ending Scarcity, Driving Transparency
This massive output is set to permanently end the era of fuel scarcity in Nigeria. To ensure public trust and combat “scarcity rumors,” CEO David Bird has taken an unprecedented step, inviting regulators from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to maintain a permanent presence at the refinery to publicly validate daily production volumes. This move underscores a commitment to transparency and accountability.
The N699/Litre Price Drop: A Boost for Every Nigerian!
In a move that will bring immense relief to households and businesses nationwide, the Dangote Refinery has slashed its gantry price for petrol to N699 per litre! This significant price reduction is expected to have a cascading effect, driving down transport-related inflation and reducing the cost of goods and services across the country in Q1 2026.
Full Independence on the Horizon!
The good news doesn’t stop there. The refinery is on track to further expand its capacity, with projections to hit 700,000 barrels per day by February 2026. This final phase of expansion will completely eliminate Nigeria’s reliance on imported fuel, saving billions in foreign exchange and fortifying the national economy.
This achievement by the Dangote Refinery is not just a business success story; it’s a turning point for Nigeria, promising stability, affordability, and true energy security for millions.
