Dangote Refinery Dismisses Shutdown Claims, Maintains 50 Million Litres PMS Daily Output
By Erewunmi Peace
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has dismissed reports circulating online claiming that it has shut down operations for maintenance, describing the information as false and misleading.
In an official statement, the refinery clarified that its operations remain stable and uninterrupted, adding that it continues to produce large volumes of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol.
According to the company, the refinery produced approximately 50 million litres of PMS in a single day and maintains a daily output of between 40 million and 50 million litres, depending on market demand.
It also noted that current stock levels are sufficient to cover several days of national consumption.
Dangote Refinery explained that while routine maintenance may be carried out on some processing units from time to time, such activities do not result in a shutdown of production due to the integrated design of the facility.
The company further accused some fuel importers and market interests of spreading false shutdown rumours to justify recent increases in petrol prices across the country.
Reaffirming its commitment to stabilising Nigeria’s fuel supply, the refinery stated that it remains fully operational and focused on meeting domestic demand while supporting the country’s energy security.
