IPMAN Reaches Agreement with Dangote Refinery for Direct Supply of Petrol and Other Products

November 12, 2024

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Dangote Refinery

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has reached a significant agreement with the Dangote Refinery, enabling marketers to lift petroleum products, including Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), and Dual Purpose Kerosene (DPK) directly from the refinery. This deal marks a pivotal moment in the country’s efforts to streamline its fuel distribution system, ensuring a more reliable supply and potentially lowering fuel prices.

Abubakar Garimba, the President of IPMAN, confirmed the agreement, stating that it will significantly improve the supply of petroleum products across Nigeria. Garimba expressed optimism that the deal would lead to more consistent fuel availability and a reduction in the long-standing challenges of fuel scarcity and high prices.

Aliko Dangote, the billionaire founder of Dangote Group and owner of the Dangote Refinery, was also involved in this landmark deal. With the Dangote Refinery set to refine a large portion of Nigeria’s fuel needs, Dangote’s influence will play a central role in stabilizing the country’s energy market. His refinery, one of the largest in Africa, is expected to support the country’s push for self-sufficiency in refining.

The direct supply arrangement promises to reduce the costs typically associated with the importation and distribution of petroleum products. By bypassing intermediaries, IPMAN members will have access to products at a more competitive rate, potentially leading to lower fuel prices for consumers. This move is particularly important given the volatile nature of fuel prices in Nigeria, which have fluctuated significantly in recent years.

The new deal also addresses the ongoing issue of fuel scarcity. By allowing IPMAN members to source their products directly from Dangote Refinery, the supply chain is expected to be more stable and efficient, reducing the risk of fuel shortages that have plagued the country.

This agreement supports the Nigerian government’s broader efforts to reduce reliance on imported refined petroleum products and increase the country’s refining capacity. The Dangote Refinery, with a refining capacity of over 650,000 barrels of crude oil per day, is a key player in this strategy. As the refinery ramps up its production, it is expected to meet a significant portion of Nigeria’s fuel demand, contributing to long-term energy security.

For Nigerian consumers, the implications of this agreement are promising. With the direct lifting arrangement, there is potential for more stable fuel prices and better availability of petroleum products. As Dangote Refinery continues to expand its refining output, the country could experience fewer disruptions in fuel supply and a more predictable pricing structure.

Both IPMAN and Dangote Refinery have expressed confidence that this collaboration will result in a more efficient, cost-effective, and stable fuel market, benefiting Nigerian marketers and consumers alike.


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