The management of Dangote Refinery has assured Nigerians that fuel supply will not be disrupted despite the ongoing nationwide strike by tanker drivers under the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG).
In a statement released on Monday, the refinery noted that its operations remain stable and that distribution plans are on course to meet domestic demand. The assurance comes amid growing concerns that the industrial action could affect fuel availability across the country.
According to the management, contingency measures have been activated to sustain the flow of products from the facility, even as dialogue continues between labour unions and the federal government.
The current dispute centers on unionisation rights for refinery and distribution workers, a long-standing issue that has drawn the involvement of senior government officials and labour leaders. Negotiations are ongoing to resolve the matter and avert a protracted standoff.
Industry observers say the Dangote Refinery’s intervention is expected to ease public anxiety over potential shortages, given its strategic role in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector.
The company reiterated its commitment to maintaining steady supply, adding that it remains “focused on serving the Nigerian market while supporting constructive engagement between all stakeholders.”
