Dangote Petroleum Refinery has issued a statement clarifying reports about the ongoing reorganisation within its facility. According to the company, the move is not arbitrary but has become necessary to safeguard the refinery from repeated acts of sabotage that have raised safety concerns and affected operational efficiency.
“The foregoing decision was taken in the best interest of the Refinery as result of intermittent cases of sabotage in the various units of the Refinery with dire consequences on human life and related safety concerns,” the management stated.
The company explained that vigilance over internal systems and vulnerabilities remains a priority to ensure the long-term stability of what it described as a strategic national asset. “It is imperative to protect the refinery for the benefit of Nigerians, our partners across Africa, and the thousands of people whose livelihoods depend on it,” the statement read.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery confirmed that over 3,000 Nigerians are actively employed in the refinery at present. It added that only a very small number of staff were affected by the current reorganisation, while recruitment of Nigerian talent through graduate trainee programmes and experienced hire processes is still ongoing.
The company also stressed its recognition of internationally accepted labour principles. “We recognise and uphold internationally accepted labour principles, including the right of every worker to freely decide whether or not to join a union. Our commitment to workers’ rights is unwavering,” the management noted.
The statement further highlighted that the refinery was established to serve Nigerians, strengthen Africa’s energy independence, and create sustainable jobs. The company assured that it will continue working with employees, regulators, and stakeholders to maintain the highest standards of safety, transparency, and accountability.