Dangote Petroleum Refinery has firmly dismissed reports suggesting it is shutting down operations, describing such claims as false and misleading.
In a press statement issued on Sunday, the management of the refinery clarified that production remains stable, ongoing, and completely uninterrupted, assuring Nigerians of continuous fuel supply.
According to the statement, the refinery is currently supplying between 40 and 50 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) daily through January and February, depending on market demand. It disclosed that on January 4, the facility produced 50 million litres of PMS and successfully evacuated 48 million litres, while existing stock levels are sufficient to cover over 20 days of national consumption.
The management explained that ongoing routine maintenance on some units has no impact on overall output, stressing that key products are still being produced at full capacity.
“Routine maintenance on select units does not affect overall output. PMS, Diesel, and Jet A-1 production continues through fully operational processing units,” the statement said.
Dangote Refinery also reaffirmed its commitment to price stability, noting that its ex-gantry price remains N699 per litre, a rate that is open to all marketers and bulk buyers without any form of discrimination.
The company urged industry stakeholders to support domestic refining efforts by patronising locally produced petroleum products, which it described as high-quality and reliable.
“Reports suggesting a shutdown are false and misleading. Nigerians are advised to disregard unverified claims and rely on credible information,” the refinery cautioned.
Reiterating its long-term vision, the management emphasized that Dangote Petroleum Refinery remains dedicated to ensuring steady fuel supply, supporting price stability, and strengthening Nigeria’s energy security.