Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) is now being exported by Dangote Refinery to a number of African nations, including Ghana, South Africa, Angola, and Cameroon.
During a meeting with a team from the Japanese Business Community in Nigeria, which was led by Suzuki Hideo, Japan’s ambassador-designate, Devakumar Edwin, vice president of oil and gas at Dangote Industries Limited, disclosed this information.
Edwin verified in a statement issued on Sunday that the refinery’s output, which complies with international standards, is already being shipped worldwide and includes diesel and jet fuel.
He went on to say that jet fuel is in high demand in Europe, whereas gasoline has been supplied to African markets.
Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote is the driving force behind the refinery, which was created and built by Nigerians.
Edwin took delight in the fact that the largest single-train refinery complex in the world was constructed using state-of-the-art technology and is set up to cater to the worldwide market.
“Even now, we have a lot of Japanese equipment inside both the refinery and the fertiliser plant. There are significant opportunities for collaboration, as we always seek the latest technology in any business we engage in.
“For instance, our cement plant laboratory is managed by robots, and we always embrace advanced technology. With Japan’s focus on technological innovation, there is ample scope for cooperation and for supplying various types of technology,” he said.
In addition, Edwin clarified that the Dangote Petrochemical project will greatly increase investment in downstream businesses, resulting in the creation of significant value, jobs, tax revenues, a reduction in foreign exchange outflows, and an increase in Nigeria’s GDP.
He pointed out that the Dangote Group wants to promote a cycle of industrial development, job creation, and economic progress by using Africa’s plentiful crude oil resources to make refined goods domestically.
Edwin reaffirmed that the refinery’s petroleum products are highly sought-after worldwide and that its newly expanded polypropylene division is expected to lessen Nigeria’s reliance on imported polypropylene, a crucial component in the production of automobiles, textiles, and packaging.
According to the statement, a Japanese delegation praised the refinery and petrochemicals complex, describing it as an incredible work of art that showcases Nigeria’s scientific prowess internationally.
In the meantime, the Japanese team, which visited the Dangote Fertilizers and Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals facilities, praised the state-of-the-art technology, stating that it further establishes Nigeria as the entry point to Africa.
Although Nigeria remains Africa’s gateway, the refinery is an impressive undertaking that highlights the nation’s technological advancements, said Takashi Oku, Managing Director of the Japan External Trade Organization.
Oku went on to say that Nigeria is extremely proud of the plant, which is the biggest single-train refinery in the world.
“We had heard about the excellence of the Dangote Refinery through the media but seeing it in person has left us truly amazed by its vastness and grandeur. It demonstrates that Nigeria’s population is not only growing but also advancing in technology. We are keen to collaborate with Nigerian companies, especially Dangote Refinery,” he said.
He underlined that the refinery has strengthened Nigeria’s dominant position in Africa and that it provides a great introduction to the nation for visitors from around the world.