In a decisive move aimed at ending fuel scarcity, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has formally pledged to supply the Nigerian market with a massive 1.5 billion litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, throughout the month of December 2025.
A Landmark Commitment to Fuel Stability
This landmark commitment was communicated in a strongly-worded letter addressed to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The letter, signed by the refinery's Chief Executive Officer, David Bird, and dated 30 November 2025, outlines a clear supply plan. The refinery promises a daily average of 50 million litres, culminating in the 1.5 billion litre monthly total.
Furthermore, the facility announced plans to ramp up production, targeting an increase to approximately 1.7 billion litres per month by February 2026. This translates to about 57 million litres daily. This pledge marks one of the most significant steps towards achieving fuel supply stability and reducing Nigeria's long-standing dependence on imported petrol.
Transparency and Regulatory Oversight
A standout feature of the refinery's announcement is its unprecedented call for transparency and public accountability. In the letter, Dangote Refinery explicitly requested the NMDPRA to deploy officials to its facility starting 1 December 2025 to supervise operations and independently verify daily production figures.
The company stated its intention to make these verified production numbers public through both print and digital platforms. This move is strategically designed to build public trust, offer clear visibility into national fuel reserves, and curb market speculation that often exacerbates fears of scarcity.
Addressing Operational Bottlenecks
The communication also highlighted critical operational challenges hindering the refinery's optimal performance. A primary concern raised was the persistent delay in clearing vessels carrying crude oil, feedstock, and other product components.
According to the refinery, these bureaucratic bottlenecks impose unnecessary costs and disrupt the smooth delivery of refined products to the market. The company urged relevant authorities to ensure an uninterrupted flow of imports and efficient lifting of domestic petroleum products, arguing that resolving these issues is crucial for sustaining the promised supply levels.
CEO David Bird reiterated the refinery's alignment with the government's 'Nigeria First' policy and its broader fuel security goals, calling for collaborative support to overcome these hurdles.
Immediate Impact and Broader Significance
The announcement comes with immediate market effects. Concurrently, Dangote Refinery reduced its petrol price from N843 to N840 per litre, a move that triggered a scramble among other marketers to adjust their rates. Industry experts link this price adjustment to a recent brief stabilization of crude oil prices around $60 per barrel.
This development follows earlier revelations by Sunday Esan, Senior General Manager of Corporate Communications at Dangote Industries Ltd., that the refinery is already saving Nigeria over N10 billion annually in foreign exchange by displacing imported fuel with locally refined products.
As the largest single-train refinery in Africa, the Dangote facility positions itself as a central pillar for achieving national energy security. If its December supply pledge is fulfilled, it could significantly ease the burden on consumers and mark a turning point in Nigeria's journey towards self-sufficiency in petroleum refining.
