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Dangote Refinery Denies Importing Bad Fuel, Says Product Was Only Feedstock
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has denied reports that it imported bad fuel into the country, describing the claims as false and misleading.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement released Friday, the refinery clarified that the shipment in question was not finished petrol but intermediate feedstock—a raw material that still requires refining before it becomes market-ready fuel.
“We did not import any bad or substandard fuel into Nigeria,” the company said. “The material imported was feedstock for refining, not finished petroleum products for sale or use.”
Dangote Refinery explained that its operations follow both Nigerian and international quality standards. The company emphasized that all its products are fully tested and certified before being released into the market.
Commitment to Quality Standards
According to the refinery, its products meet the specifications set by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and also align with global fuel standards.
It noted that the refinery already exports refined fuel to the United States and Europe, which require some of the world’s highest environmental and safety standards. The company also said it maintains full transparency by providing regulators with quality certificates for every batch of imported or refined material.
“We are ready to make our quality documents public to clear any doubts about the integrity of our operations,” the statement added.
Marketers and Regulators React
The Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) responded to the controversy, saying its members have not imported any substandard fuel. The association noted that all importers operate strictly under NMDPRA’s approval and guidelines.
DAPPMAN also said regulators recently reviewed fuel quality standards, lowering the sulphur content in petrol and diesel from 200 parts per million (ppm) to 50 ppm to protect engines and the environment.
Meanwhile, the NMDPRA also dismissed allegations of bad fuel imports. The agency said that all fuel imported or produced locally is tested and certified before distribution.
An NMDPRA official explained that the average sulphur content in fuel circulating across the country remains within the approved limit. The agency added that some local refiners have been granted a grace period to adjust their operations, but Dangote Refinery has already met the standard.
Understanding Feedstock
Industry experts said feedstock is a normal input in refining operations. It refers to crude or partially processed oil that refineries convert into final products such as petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel.
They explained that importing feedstock does not mean bringing in ready-to-use fuel. Instead, it allows the refinery to process and blend the product to meet national and international standards.
Why the Issue Matters
Fuel quality remains a sensitive topic in Nigeria due to past incidents of adulterated petrol, which caused engine damage and public outrage. Regulators have since tightened control to ensure cleaner fuel with lower sulphur levels, which reduce air pollution and improve vehicle performance.
Analysts say the current disagreement reflects wider competition between local refiners and fuel importers. While Dangote pushes for stricter quality control and greater reliance on locally refined products, marketers warn that sudden regulatory changes could affect prices and supply.
Despite the controversy, Dangote Refinery reaffirmed its commitment to producing and supplying high-quality fuel to Nigerians and the global market.
“Our goal is to make Nigeria self-sufficient in clean energy and reduce dependence on imported fuel,” the company said.
Former federal lawmaker, Ishaku Abbo, has officially left the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and is expected to announce his new political platform later this week.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abbo announced his departure on Monday morning, attributing the decision to the ongoing internal crisis within the ADC in Adamawa State. His exit comes just 48 hours after another major faction within the party, aligned with Senator Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed, also known as Binani, withdrew from the party.
Reports indicate that the ADC in Adamawa has been experiencing deep divisions, with a bloc loyal to Binani recently announcing a mass resignation following a stakeholders’ meeting held at the residence of Hon. Mijiyewa Umaru Kugama.
In a communiqué issued after the meeting, the group, drawn from all three senatorial districts in the state, accused the party leadership of weakening internal democracy and violating key principles guiding party operations.
They further argued that recent congresses conducted within the party were flawed and no longer reflected the will of members, describing the current structure in Adamawa as unacceptable and lacking legitimacy.
The developments highlight escalating tensions within the ADC in the state, as more prominent members continue to exit amid leadership disputes.
Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has begun moves to resolve out of court a legal case he filed against the University of Nigeria, Nsukka and other respondents over allegations surrounding his academic records.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Senator representing Ogun East in the National Assembly, Gbenga Daniel, alongside his supporters, was reportedly prevented from gaining access to the ongoing All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders meeting held at Adeola Odutola Hall in Ijebu Ode on Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a viral video circulating online, the former Ogun State governor confirmed the development while addressing his supporters from a branded campaign bus associated with the OGD/PBAT Movement.
In the video, Daniel alleged that the meeting’s outcome would not stand, insisting that he and his group had been barred from entering the venue despite being part of the party structure in the region.
He stated that although they were present for the APC Ogun East caucus meeting, they were denied access, describing any resolutions taken at the gathering as invalid.
The invitation for the emergency stakeholders’ meeting, issued by party leaders in Ijebu Ode, reportedly included deputy governors, serving and former local government chairmen, councillors, and past and present lawmakers at both state and federal levels.
In a related development, Daniel recently referred to his successor, Ibikunle Amosun, as an “enfant terrible successor” during a church service marking his 70th birthday in Sagamu, where Amosun was also in attendance.
Both politicians were once close allies before a political fallout that began ahead of the 2007 governorship election, when Amosun challenged Daniel’s re-election bid. The rivalry intensified further in the 2011 political cycle, deepening the divide between the two former governors.
Speaking at the event, Daniel remarked that Amosun’s early political ambition played a role in their fallout during his time in office.
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