Aliko Dangote and Ethiopian Airlines Chief at a confrence recently
In keeping with gradual penetration of strategic African markets, the Dangote Petroleum & Petrochemicals Refinery has begun direct aviation fuel deliveries to international carriers, including Ethiopian Airlines.
The new deal is facilitated by the global supply disruptions linked to tensions between the United States and Iran tighten fuel markets.
Explaining more at the recent energy conference in Lagos, the managing director David Bird said the facility is now exporting jet fuel, diesel, and petrol beyond Nigeria after reaching sufficient output to meet domestic demand.
No doubt, since the onset of the Middle East crisis in late February, the refinery has supplied refined products to 11 African countries, reflecting a broader export strategy driven by surplus capacity.
According to Bird said the company remains focused on prioritising African markets, even as it expands its global footprint.
“We’re proud to have done a direct delivery to Ethiopian Airlines, and we will continue to export surplus production to neighbouring African countries,” he noted.
