Dangote Refinery Assures Nigerians: No Fuel Scarcity Despite Tanker

The Dangote Refinery has reassured Nigerians that the ongoing strike by tanker drivers will not lead to fuel shortages across the country. The management explained that contingency measures are already in place to ensure uninterrupted supply of petrol and diesel to filling stations.

According to refinery officials, distribution networks have been structured in such a way that temporary disruptions from transport unions will not paralyze fuel movement. The refinery also noted that talks are ongoing with the drivers’ union to address their concerns, which center on working conditions and logistics costs.

The assurance comes at a time when many Nigerians are worried about another round of long queues at filling stations, given the country’s history of fuel scarcity during labor disputes. Analysts say Dangote’s statement is aimed at calming public fears and stabilizing the market, as panic buying can worsen shortages even when supply is steady.

For ordinary citizens, this message is crucial: despite the strike, fuel supply is expected to remain available. However, experts also point out that long-term solutions are needed to reduce Nigeria’s dependence on road tankers alone, suggesting that pipelines and rail transport could make the system more resilient in the future.

In simple terms, Dangote Refinery is saying Nigerians should not panic — fuel will still reach the pumps, and efforts are being made to resolve the strike peacefully.