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Atiku and Obi Voice Concerns Over Dangote Refinery Saga

Martins Nwakaji by Martins Nwakaji
March 4, 2025
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Presidential candidates Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi have voiced serious concerns over the intensifying conflict between Dangote Industries and various government agencies regarding the operational status of the Dangote refinery, describing the situation as deeply unsettling.
In separate statements shared on social media platforms, both candidates expressed dismay over the unfolding saga, which they believe unfairly casts a shadow over the Dangote refinery’s reputation. They emphasized the potential detrimental impact on crucial foreign direct investments and the broader economy if the issues are not swiftly resolved.

Atiku Abubakar, in his statement, emphasized the critical importance of the Dangote refinery as Nigeria’s largest private investment. He described the refinery, with its substantial capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, as indispensable for ensuring the country’s energy security and bolstering economic stability. Atiku warned that neglecting such a vital asset could undermine investor confidence and deter essential foreign direct investments needed to drive Nigeria’s economic growth.
“The conflict between @AlikoDangote and @NMDPRA_Official is deeply troubling,” Atiku stated. “The Dangote Refinery plays a pivotal role in meeting our energy needs and boosting economic growth. Protecting investments like Dangote’s is crucial for attracting foreign direct investment and driving our economic growth.”

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing that the recent disputes between Dangote Industries and government agencies transcend political affiliations. He argued that the issues at stake are fundamental to Nigeria’s economic future and the well-being of its citizens.
“The conflicts between Dangote Industries and government agencies are deeply troubling,” Obi remarked. “These disputes must be swiftly resolved in the interest of our nation’s economic stability and the contributions of Alhaji Dangote.”

Obi highlighted the significant economic potential of the Dangote Refinery, noting its capacity to generate substantial annual revenue and create over 100,000 jobs. He underscored the refinery’s critical role in addressing Nigeria’s fuel crisis, enhancing foreign exchange earnings, and fostering overall economic growth. Obi stressed that such strategic assets should be fully supported by government agencies to ensure their seamless operation and maximum contribution to national development.
“The Federal Government must recognize the monumental contributions of Dangote Industries,” Obi asserted. “Alhaji Dangote’s steadfast commitment to industrialization and job creation across multiple sectors deserves unwavering support and protection.”

The conflict between Dangote Industries and regulatory bodies like the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has centered on allegations ranging from monopoly claims to disputes over crude supply, substandard fuel imports, and ownership of blending plants in Malta.
These disagreements have sparked concerns about their potential to disrupt the operations of the Dangote Refinery, a flagship project that symbolizes Nigeria’s aspirations for energy independence and economic advancement. The resolution of these disputes is seen as crucial not only for the stability of Dangote’s investments but also for signaling to the global investor community Nigeria’s commitment to protecting private enterprises and fostering a conducive business environment.

Atiku and Obi urged the federal government and its agencies to prioritize resolving these disputes promptly and in a fair manner. They emphasized that protecting significant investments like the Dangote Refinery is essential for attracting foreign direct investment, creating employment opportunities, and accelerating Nigeria’s economic recovery amidst prevailing challenges such as unemployment, inflation, forex scarcity, and mounting debt.
“In the interest of Nigeria and its citizens, as well as Africans at large, I urge the Federal Government and its agencies to provide Dangote Industries, especially the refinery, with all necessary support,” Atiku urged. “The success of Dangote is intrinsically linked to the success of Nigeria and Africa; conversely, its failure would be a significant setback for both.”

Obi concluded by stressing the interconnectedness of Dangote Industries’ success with Nigeria’s overall economic prosperity and the broader African continent. He reiterated the imperative for government agencies to recognize and support enterprises like Dangote Industries as pivotal drivers of economic growth and job creation.
The calls from Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi underscore a unified stance on the need to resolve the disputes surrounding the Dangote Refinery swiftly and ensure robust support for its operations. They argue that doing so is not only vital for safeguarding investments but also for advancing Nigeria’s economic stability and growth trajectory in the years ahead.

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