Dangote Refinery will champion energy security and independence for our nation—Femi Otedola

The Dangote Refinery, according to billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, is the "eighth wonder of the world" and will support Nigeria's energy security.

Otedola claimed that the refinery would bring about economic change for present and future generations of Nigerians in a post published on Sunday on X, formerly Twitter.

“By meeting our requirements for all refined petroleum products, it will champion energy security and independence for our nation and act as a catalyst for a new era of prosperity for the subcontinent. It promises economic transformation for Nigerians today and for generations to come,” he wrote.

According to reports, the refinery in Lagos, which is owned by Aliko Dangote, the richest man in Africa, started producing 350,000 barrels per day.

One million barrels of Agbami crude grade, the first of six million barrels that will be supplied to the refinery by multiple suppliers, were recently delivered to the facility.

Congratulating his “bestie”, Otedola described Dangote as a visionary patriot.

He said the refinery is “much more than just an industrial milestone; it’s a testament to the visionary leadership and relentless pursuit of excellence of one of Africa’s finest and most dogged patriots”.

“I had a front-row seat as this vision was conceptualized and took shape. And I am familiar with the sleepless nights you’ve had to work through over the last decade to bring this dream to fruition.

This refinery is a beacon of hope for millions of Nigerians and Africans. It is also at the vanguard of championing environmental sustainability,” Otedola said.

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