Dangote Refinery Acquires 4,000 CNG Trucks, Begins Nationwide Distribution Of Petrol And Diesel

Dangote Refinery commences distribution of petrol and diesel to marketers and dealers across the country, starting 15th of Aug. 2025.

To ensure smooth take-off of this scheme, Dangote Refinery also announced procurement of 4,000 new CNG-powered tankers.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced plans to commence the distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and Diesel to marketers, petrol dealers, manufacturers, telecoms firms and aviation across the country, starting 15th of August 2025.

To ensure smooth take-off of this scheme, Dangote Refinery also announced the procurement of Four Thousand (4,000) brand-new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers.

“This phase of the programme will continue over an extended timeframe. The refinery is also investing in Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations, commonly referred to as daughter booster stations, supported by a fleet of over 100 CNG tankers across the country to ensure seamless product distribution.

“This strategic programme is part of our broader commitment to eliminating logistics costs, enhancing energy efficiency, promoting sustainability and supporting Nigeria’s economic development.

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“It affirms our dedication to improving the availability and affordability of fuel, in support of broader efforts to strengthen the economy and improve the well-being of all Nigerians.”

“Under this initiative, all petrol stations purchasing PMS and diesel from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery will benefit from this enhanced logistics support.”

In addition, the refinery said it will offer a credit facility to those purchasing a minimum of 500,000 litres—allowing them to obtain an additional 500,000 litres on credit for two-weeks, under bank guarantee.

“This initiative is inline with the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, reflecting our shared commitment to economic progress, stability, and inclusive development.

“We sincerely thank the Federal Government for its continued support, especially through the Naira-for-Crude scheme, which has helped stabilise fuel supply amid global price volatility. It marks a major revolution in the midstream and downstream sectors and stands as a key example of President Bola Tinubu’s bold and reformative economic policies.”

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