Dangote Refinery is adapting to sustain production and process over 100 crude oil types despite a Nigerian crude shortage.Aliko Dangote highlighted the refinery’s world-class design, Euro V product output, and versatility. Vice President Edwin Devakumar emphasized the refinery’s 650,000-barrel-per-day capacity and the group’s unique role as its own EPC contractor, a first of its kind.Dangote Group’s success is driven by a “nothing is impossible” mindset, which transformed Nigeria from a cement importer to an exporter.
Now, the refinery can meet all of Nigeria’s refined product needs while exporting surplus Jet A1, gasoline, and diesel, along with byproducts like polypropylene and sulphur.Devakumar highlighted massive investments, including dredging 65 million cubic meters of sand for site elevation, procuring 330 cranes, building the world’s largest granite quarry, and constructing the refinery on 250,000 piles—one of the largest single-project uses globally.
Aliko Dangote encouraged young entrepreneurs and scholars to overcome limitations and pursue ambitious goals to create a lasting impact.Speaking to 50 Harvard Kennedy School scholars at the Dangote Refinery and Fertiliser complex, he highlighted the importance of ambition, resilience, and knowledge. Citing the refinery’s construction as an example, he urged them to be fearless, understand their industries, and focus on legacy over profit..Dangote defied doubts to build the refinery, overcoming COVID-19 challenges.
Harvard scholars praised his vision, calling him an inspiration. Sheffy Kolade hailed Dangote Group as a symbol of Nigeria’s resilience.Kolade called Dangote Group a symbol of Nigeria’s resilience and progress, praising its impact on jobs, energy security, and foreign reserves.
She lauded its global reach and contribution to Africa’s growth.Kolade’s team of 50 from 18 nationalities values impact and progress.U.S. diplomat Darrow Merton praised Dangote’s vision and resilience in overcoming challenges to build the refinery.
