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Nigeria's Dangote Refinery Begins Gasoline Production Amid Challenges

1/20/2025

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Nigeria's Dangote Oil Refinery has kicked off gasoline production, a game-changer for Africa's largest oil producer. With a staggering capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, this $20.5 billion facility aims to lessen dependence on European imports. Yet, it faces hurdles like rampant oil theft and inadequate crude supply, threatening its ambitious goals.

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Nigeria's Dangote Oil Refinery has kicked off gasoline production, a game-changer for Africa's largest oil producer. With a staggering capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, this $20.5 billion facility aims to lessen dependence on European imports. Yet, it faces hurdles like rampant oil theft and inadequate crude supply, threatening its ambitious goals.