The management of the Dangote Refinery has clarified that its ongoing reorganisation is a deliberate response to safeguard operations from repeated acts of sabotage that have raised safety concerns and disrupted efficiency.
In a statement issued on Friday, September 26, 2025, the refinery said the decision was taken in the best interest of the facility following “intermittent cases of sabotage in various units of the refinery with dire consequences on human life and related safety concerns.”
The company stressed that protecting the $20 billion facility — widely regarded as a strategic national asset — is crucial for Nigeria’s energy security, Africa’s fuel independence, and the livelihoods of thousands of people directly or indirectly linked to its operations.
“Over 3,000 Nigerians continue to work actively in our Petroleum Refinery at present. Only a very small number of staff were affected, as we continue to recruit Nigerian talent through our various graduate trainee programmes and experienced hire recruitment process,” the statement noted.
Reaffirming its commitment to global labour standards, the refinery emphasised that workers’ rights, including the freedom to join unions, remain fully recognised. “Our commitment to workers’ rights is unwavering,” the company said.
The refinery pledged to maintain international best practices in safety, transparency, and accountability while working with employees, regulators, and partners to ensure stability.
“The Dangote Petroleum Refinery exists to serve Nigerians, to strengthen Africa’s energy independence, and to create decent, sustainable jobs,” the management stated.
