Lagos, Nigeria – Dangote Petroleum Refinery has rejected reports suggesting a shutdown for maintenance, describing such claims as false and misleading. The company confirmed that production remains stable and uninterrupted, with the capacity to supply 40–50 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) daily.
In a statement on Monday, the refinery said it produced 50 million litres of PMS and evacuated 48 million litres via its gantry on January 4, 2026. Current stock levels reportedly cover more than 20 days of national consumption.
The refinery clarified that routine maintenance on certain units, including the Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) and Residual Fluid Catalytic Cracking (RFCC), does not affect overall production. Other key units, such as the Naphtha Hydrotreater, Continuous Catalyst Regeneration (CCR) Reformer, and Hydrocracker, remain operational, producing PMS, Diesel (Automotive Gas Oil), and Jet A-1.
Since December 16, 2025, Dangote Refinery reported daily PMS production of 31–48 million litres, according to depot loading records maintained by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The refinery reaffirmed its ex-gantry price of N699 per litre for marketers and bulk consumers.
The company accused fuel importers of circulating false shutdown reports to justify increases in pump prices, noting that domestic refining has helped stabilise petrol prices, which could otherwise exceed N1,400 per litre in a post-subsidy scenario.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery advised stakeholders and the public to disregard misleading information, remain vigilant against price manipulation, and rely on verified data from credible sources.
“The refinery will continue to act in the national interest by supplying high-quality, locally refined petroleum products while supporting Nigeria’s economic stability, energy independence, and industrial growth,” the statement added.
Production and supply will continue in line with market demand through January and February 2026, with stakeholders encouraged to monitor official updates from NMDPRA and Dangote Refinery channels.