The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has dismissed a viral video suggesting it is partnering with a company to distribute petrol through dispatch riders. The company told our correspondent on Sunday that it has no connection to the advertisement and is unaware of its source.
In the video, which trended across social media platforms, a man attempting to avoid fuel queues is seen placing an order for petrol via WhatsApp. Shortly after, a dispatch rider arrives with a mini fuel dispenser attached to his motorcycle and fills the man’s vehicle. The promotional clip, tagged “FuelUp,” claimed the service was powered by “Dangote Petroleum,” sparking both excitement and safety concerns among Nigerians.
However, Dangote officials have categorically denied the claim. The Group Chief Communication Officer, Anthony Chiejina, described the advert as “fake,” insisting that the refinery is not associated with the initiative. “Fake! We are not in any way associated with this,” he said.
Another official explained that the refinery’s distribution model is strictly for bulk buyers and that no agreement exists to sell fuel through bikes.
The clarification comes at a time when the refinery is expanding its operations and logistics framework. Recently, it imported hundreds of CNG-powered trucks as part of its direct fuel distribution scheme launched in September. This aligns with the refinery’s broader strategy to improve efficiency and support cleaner energy adoption.
Located in the Lekki Free Trade Zone, the Dangote refinery is also scaling up its production capacity from 650,000 barrels per day to 1.4 million barrels per day. This major expansion is expected to boost local fuel supply, strengthen Nigeria’s energy security, and position the facility as a major player in the African energy market.
The ongoing enhancements—including automation, cleaner energy integration, and upgraded logistics—reflect the company’s long-term commitment to sustainability, innovation, and industrial growth.
