The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has launched a free petrol delivery programme covering six Nigerian states, targeting bulk marketers who purchase at least 250,000 litres. The initiative, announced on 30 July 2026, is part of the refinery's Vision 2030 strategy to streamline fuel distribution and reduce logistics costs.
Eligibility and Pricing Details
To qualify for free delivery, marketers must place orders of a minimum of 250,000 litres. The petrol is priced at the refinery's existing gantry rate of N1,215 per litre. In addition to free transportation, eligible marketers receive a 10-day credit facility, allowing them to take delivery before completing payment. The programme is currently limited to large-volume distributors and bulk buyers.
States Covered in Phase One
The first phase includes Lagos, Ogun, Rivers, Kaduna, Delta, and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. According to the refinery, additional states will be added in subsequent phases as part of a broader rollout. The company stated that the free delivery scheme aims to ease the logistics burden on marketers, cut transportation costs, and improve product flow across the covered regions.
Strategic Context and Vision 2030
The refinery linked the programme to its Vision 2030: Accelerating Africa's Industrialisation agenda. This long-term plan focuses on strengthening Nigeria's downstream petroleum sector and supporting industrial development across Africa through better energy supply and distribution. The launch follows a period of increased activity, including resumed petrol sales in naira and higher supply volumes to the local market.
How to Become a Distributor
The Dangote group has outlined four steps for prospective petrol distributors: send an email to groupcommercialops@dangote.com; receive registration guidelines, a link, and due diligence forms; upon success, obtain a refinery registration PIN and a notarised NDA form; finally, receive a distributorship appointment letter.
Competition Heats Up
In a related development, private depots have reduced diesel and petrol prices to compete with Dangote Refinery. For instance, diesel prices at depots like MAO, MENJ, TMDK, and DUPORT now stand at N958 per litre, a 3% drop from N985 last week. This is slightly lower than Dangote's ex-depot diesel price of N960 per litre, signalling an intensifying rivalry in Nigeria's downstream market.
