Dangote Refinery Boosts Capacity to 700,000 Bpd

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has successfully increased its crude oil processing capacity to 700,000 barrels per day (bpd), surpassing its previous capacity of 650,000 bpd. This milestone was achieved through performance tests conducted by the facility's process licensor.

Vice President of Oil and Gas at Dangote Industries, Edwin Devakumar, stated that this increase is part of a broader strategy to double the capacity to 1.4 million bpd within 30 months. The expansion is expected to eliminate Nigeria's dependence on imported refined products and strengthen its position as a regional export hub.

The refinery is set to commence fuel production in 2024, gradually increasing output of petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel. Aliko Dangote outlined plans to transform the facility into the world's largest refinery by 2028, which is anticipated to deliver significant economic benefits, including job creation and improved trade balance.