Despite expectations that the Dangote Refinery will transform Nigeria’s energy landscape and improve supply, imported petrol continues to dominate the domestic market, highlighting a persistent dependency on foreign fuel supplies.
Shipping data obtained by PREMIUM TIMES from motor tanker vessel activities between 1 October and 11 November reveals a substantial inflow of petroleum products through Lagos, Warri, Calabar, and Port Harcourt ports amid concerns over Nigeria’s domestic refining capacity.
Data showed that Nigeria imported 1.5 million metric tonnes of petrol, an equivalent of about 2 billion litres, within the period under review.
