Dangote Refinery launches free petrol delivery to 6 states at N1,075/litre, offers 10-day credit

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has launched a free petrol delivery scheme for marketers in six states at N1,075 per litre. The first phase covers Lagos, Ogun, Rivers, Kaduna, Delta, and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, with more states to follow in later rollouts.

Eligible buyers get free delivery and 10-day credit

Beyond the free delivery offer, eligible buyers stand to benefit from a 10-day credit facility, giving marketers added flexibility on payment timelines. However, the scheme comes with a significant threshold: only buyers who can commit to a minimum purchase of 250,000 litres qualify for the arrangement.

A notice issued by the refinery outlined the scheme, which forms part of the company's broader Vision 2030 strategy to strengthen fuel supply logistics and improve access to petroleum products nationwide. The announcement comes days after the refinery opened the sale of petrol to all licensed marketers, ending its previous consortium marketing arrangement.

The refinery said all qualified marketers can now purchase products directly from its loading gantry, widening access to locally refined petrol and allowing more participants to source fuel without going through intermediary arrangements. The refinery confirmed that additional states will be brought into the programme as subsequent phases are implemented.

Refinery deepens downstream footprint

The initiative signals an effort by Dangote Refinery to deepen its footprint in Nigeria's downstream petroleum sector by easing distribution bottlenecks that have historically made fuel supply unreliable in several parts of the country. By absorbing delivery costs and offering short-term credit, the refinery appears to be positioning itself as a more competitive and accessible supplier to commercial buyers.

Dangote Group has urged petrol station owners and dealers across the country to register promptly to take advantage of the scheme and reach out via email: [email protected]. The refinery directed interested marketers and bulk buyers to reach out directly to its delivery team for further details on how to participate in the programme.

Price cuts and outlook for consumers

Legit.ng previously reported that Dangote Petroleum Refinery slashed the ex-depot price of petrol by more than N200 per litre since May 30, 2026. The most recent was a N50 reduction announced on July 2, 2026, when the ex-depot price was reduced from N1,125 to N1,075. The refinery promises Nigerians could see additional reductions in petrol prices as lower-cost crude cargoes gradually replace more expensive inventories in its production cycle.

For consumers, the development is expected to translate into a more stable supply and potentially lower pump prices, depending on market conditions and dealer margins.