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Dangote: My 650,000 BPD Refinery Was Built Without Government Incentives
Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, stated that the construction of his 650,000 barrels-per-day refinery was accomplished without any form of support or incentives from the Nigerian government.
He made this known during the Crude Oil Refinery Owners Association of Nigeria Summit held in Lagos, where he was represented by the Executive Director of the Dangote Group, Engr Mansur Ahmed.
Dangote highlighted the refinery’s remarkable capacity, which already supplies enough diesel and jet fuel to satisfy Nigeria’s domestic needs, addressing the country’s long-standing dependency on fuel imports.
This project, located in the Lekki Free Trade Zone of Lagos, was built at a cost of $20 billion and began operations on January 12, 2024, with an initial refining capacity of 300,000 barrels per day.
By September 2024, this capacity was increased to 400,000 barrels per day, showcasing the rapid expansion of its output.
The refinery has since played a significant role in reshaping Nigeria’s energy landscape, with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) being the exclusive distributor of the refinery’s petrol.
This strategic partnership led to the distribution of petrol across the nation, beginning on September 15, 2024.
Following this development, NNPCL announced an adjustment in fuel prices, setting rates between N950 and N1,100 per liter across its retail outlets nationwide.
Despite Nigeria’s status as Africa’s largest crude oil producer, it has struggled for years to meet its refined petroleum needs domestically.
This has resulted in an overreliance on imports, a situation the Dangote Refinery aims to change.
Dangote emphasized that this refinery will not only reduce the nation’s import dependency but also boost economic growth by creating jobs and stabilizing fuel prices over time.
In his continuous push for reforms, Dangote has been a vocal advocate for the Nigerian government to completely eliminate fuel subsidies.
He reiterated this stance in September 2024, stressing that the removal of subsidies is essential for economic development, as it would free up government resources that could be directed toward infrastructure and social programs.
Business
Price of Beans in Nigeria Drops to ₦100K-₦120K, Traders Show Excitement
Price of beans drops and news excites traders and consumers. Residents as well express joy with price drop amid the upcoming Christmas holiday. According to a report, the price of beans has sustained a slight drop as 100kg bag of beans is sold for 150k Naira to 140k.
The price of a bag has now dropped to 100k to 120k, depending on the type of beans. It was reported that the price of beans has been dropping for the past two weeks unlike the past months.
Business
Nigeria Reclaims Top Spot as Africa’s Leading Oil Producer in 2024
Nigeria’s Oil Production increased in November 2024 and has reached 1.69 Million per day going 10% increase compared to that of October production.
This now secures Nigeria’s oil production as the top in the Africa Oil Production.
The crude oil production rose with 11.42% but the condensation production reduced. Despite the great progress of the production, Nigeria’s oil production still has not reached their 2024 goal of 1.78mbpd.
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CBN Governor Urges Nigerians to Stay and Help Build the Country’s Future
Olayemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, has made a passionate appeal to Nigerians, particularly the youth, urging them not to leave the country.
In a keynote address at the 59th annual Bankers Dinner hosted by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) in Lagos, Cardoso highlighted the importance of staying and contributing to the growth of Nigeria’s economy.
Cardoso acknowledged the challenges facing the country but reassured citizens that the Central Bank was actively working to create an environment where both individuals and businesses could flourish.
He pointed out that leaving the country at this time could have detrimental effects, particularly for those who might choose to sell off their assets in the process.
“If you leave now, you’ll be selling your assets for a fraction of their value,” he explained.
“There are external forces looking for bargains who would take advantage of this situation, pocketing the profits and waiting for a time to sell it for a higher price.”
He further emphasized that now more than ever, Nigerians needed to stay and be part of the solution to the country’s problems.
“This is a critical time, and we need everyone’s efforts to help us turn things around,” he said.
“Leaving may seem like an easy solution, but it’s important to be part of the change and help shape the future of our nation.”
Despite the economic struggles Nigeria has faced, Cardoso remains optimistic about the country’s prospects.
He pointed to the growing interest in the Nigerian market, citing positive developments over the last year and particularly in the past six months.
“Opportunities are everywhere if we stay committed and invested in our nation’s future,” he remarked, adding that the reforms introduced by the Central Bank, although tough, were necessary to address the issues of today while securing better opportunities for tomorrow.
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