Dangote Refinery has rolled out the first shipment of petrol to the local market.
NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Dangote Refinery is set to roll out its first shipment of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, today, Tuesday, September 3.
With a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, the refinery has successfully completed its testing phase and is now ready to introduce its products to the local market.
This development is anticipated to provide much-needed relief to Nigerians who have been grappling with severe petrol shortages in various towns and cities across the country.
Insider sources stated that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited will be the initial purchaser of Dangote’s products, with NNPC officials already stationed at the Lagos petrochemical plant to take delivery.
NewsOnline Nigeria also confirmed that Aliko Dangote, the CEO of the refinery, is present at the plant today to witness the grand unveiling of the petroleum products following months of delays and glitches.
