
Dangote Refinery has taken another significant step towards the commencement of refined petroleum product production by receiving an additional one million barrels of Bonny Light crude. Supplied by the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) through the Shell terminal and transported via the MT Otis owned by Trafigural, this marks the second consignment out of the anticipated six million barrels for the world’s largest single-train refinery.
A week prior, the refinery had received one million barrels of Agbami crude grade from Shell International Trading and Shipping Company Limited (STASCO), a major trading entity in Nigeria and globally, handling over 8 million barrels of crude oil daily.
Mr. Akin Omole, the Managing Director of Dangote Ports Operations, shared with reporters at the Dangote Quay in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, that the refinery expects more crude deliveries before the year concludes, positioning the facility for operational commencement.

The one million barrels received represent the second phase of the planned six million barrels of crude oil supply to Dangote Petroleum Refinery, involving various suppliers. Once the complete supply is realized, it will initiate the refinery’s initial run and pave the way for the production of diesel, aviation fuel, and LPG before progressing to Premium Motor Spirit (PMS).
This development holds substantial promise for addressing fuel supply challenges not only in Nigeria but also in West African countries.
Built with the capability to process a variety of crudes, including 100% Nigerian crude, Middle Eastern Arab Light, US Light tight oil, and others, the 650,000 barrels per day Dangote Petroleum Refinery is poised to meet 100% of Nigeria’s refined product requirements, with surplus for export.
The refinery boasts self-sufficient marine facilities capable of handling the world’s largest vessels, and its products will adhere to Euro V specifications. Compliance with international emission norms, including US EPA, European standards, Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) emission/effluent norms, and African Refiners and Distribution Association (ARDA) standards, is integral to the refinery’s design.
Expressing optimism about the project, Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, emphasized the milestone’s significance and outlined plans to ramp up the refinery to full capacity. He expressed anticipation for the upcoming milestone when the first batch of products will be delivered to the Nigerian market.
Osagie Okunbor, Country Chairman of Shell Companies in Nigeria, also welcomed the refinery’s startup, highlighting its role in producing essential fuels for Nigeria and West Africa.