The mighty Dangote Refinery, with its colossal $20 billion investment, has commenced the production of diesel and aviation fuel.
This momentous development holds the promise of fulfilling the domestic demand for these vital energy resources in Nigeria. The realization of this promise comes on the heels of the seamless delivery of approximately six million barrels of crude oil to the refinery’s towering 650,000 barrels per day capacity in recent weeks.
He said: “We thank President Bola Tinubu for his support and for making our dream come true. This production, as witnessed today, would not have been possible without his visionary leadership and prompt attention to detail. His intervention at various stages cleared all impediments thereby accelerating the actualisation of the project.
“We also thank the NNPC, NUPRC, and NMDPRA for their support. These organisations have been our dependable partners in this historic journey. We also thank Nigerians for their belief and support in this project. We have started the production of diesel and aviation fuel, and the products will be in the market within this month once we receive regulatory approvals.
“This is a big day for Nigeria. We are delighted to have reached this significant milestone. This is an important achievement for our country as it demonstrates our ability to develop and deliver large capital projects. This is a game changer for our country, and I am very fulfilled with the actualisation of this project.”
He said: “I must extend our sincere appreciation to our Bankers and financiers, both local and offshore, who demonstrated a great deal of patience, in seeing us through many difficult times. In the same vein, we thank the Government of Lagos State, under the leadership of Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who has been incredibly proactive in ensuring that the many challenges we encountered in the course of executing this project were quickly resolved. I thank him immensely.
“I also sincerely thank our host communities and their Traditional leaders for their sustained patience, forbearance, and admirable willingness to work with us to find amicable and win-win resolutions to the many issues we have had to deal with as the construction of this huge facility progressed. Our staff have also contributed so immensely to the success of this project. I thank them profusely.”
The inaugural crude delivery took place on December 12, 2023, and the sixth cargo swiftly followed on January 8, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the refinery’s journey towards meeting the nation’s energy needs.
The Dangote Refinery is an impressive feat of engineering, designed to process Nigerian crude and adaptable enough to handle various types of African, Middle Eastern, and US crude oil. This flexibility in processing makes it a versatile and valuable asset for the nation.
This refinery has the capacity to meet all of Nigeria’s demand for refined products such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and aviation jet fuel. Furthermore, it has a surplus of these products for export, potentially boosting the country’s economic prospects.
The installation of two Single Point Mooring (SPM) systems located 25 kilometers from the shore allows the refinery to efficiently handle crude oil, while three separate SPMs for discharging petroleum products further enhances its operational capabilities. Additionally, the refinery is equipped to load 2,900 trucks each day at its truck-loading gantries.
CONCLUSION
The Dangote Refinery also boasts a self-sufficient marine facility capable of accommodating the largest vessels available worldwide. Furthermore, all products from the refinery are guaranteed to meet Euro V specifications, ensuring high-quality standards in line with global benchmarks.
In conclusion, the Dangote Refinery is a remarkable achievement in engineering, designed to efficiently process a variety of crude oils and meet Nigeria’s demand for refined products, while also exceeding quality standards set by global and regional regulatory bodies. This state-of-the-art facility holds the potential to significantly impact the nation’s economy and serve as a beacon of progress in the region’s refinery industry.
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