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Dangote Refinery Gears Up For Fuel Exports As African Countries Show Strong Interest
The Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical, with its 650,000-barrel-per-day capacity, is set to begin fuel exports across several African nations, including South Africa, Angola, and Namibia.
Sources revealed that talks with these countries are at advanced stages, with four other countries—Niger, Chad, Burkina Faso, and the Central African Republic—also starting negotiations to lift fuel from the refinery. Ghana has also expressed interest, as the country’s National Petroleum Authority plans to reduce its $400 million monthly fuel imports from Europe by working with Dangote’s $20 billion facility based in Lekki, Nigeria.
“I can confirm to you that talk is actually at advance stage with Ghana, Angola, Namibia, and South Africa,” a source shared, adding that several other countries are expected to follow suit in the coming months.
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Meanwhile, local Nigerian fuel marketers have taken a different stance, opting to continue fuel imports from outside Nigeria, claiming that fuel from the Dangote refinery is priced too high for local distribution.
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) recently requested approvals from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to proceed with cheaper fuel imports. The marketers argue that importing more affordable petrol would relieve consumers adjusting to price increases following the removal of the fuel subsidy.
The NMDPRA clarified that it only issues fuel import licenses to individual marketers rather than associations, emphasizing that permits must be granted individually. PETROAN’s spokesperson, Dr. Joseph Obele, however, accused Dangote of attempting to monopolize the market, asserting, “Dangote is just out to close all the doors and windows so that no person enters the market. He is determined to ensure that nobody enters the market as a competitor.”
Obele further urged support from Nigerians to dismantle monopolies, emphasizing that increased competition could lower prices and improve fuel quality.
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The Senior Pastor of Freedom Life International Christian Center, Richard Tochukwu, has declared that gospel music possesses the spiritual capacity to transform Nigeria, describing it as a divine instrument capable of restoring hope and unity in the nation.
Speaking during an interaction with journalists, the cleric said music inspired by God’s Word can positively influence Nigeria’s spiritual and socio-political landscape by promoting peace, comfort and moral revival.
According to him, gospel music goes beyond entertainment and should be seen as a ministry tool for national healing.
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“Gospel music is not just sound; it carries power. When songs are inspired by Scripture, they can heal hearts, restore faith and redirect a nation toward righteousness,” he said.
Pastor Tochukwu made the remarks while discussing his latest worship single, “I Want To Pray,” a spiritually reflective song produced by Audio5.
He explained that the track was created to encourage believers to remain steadfast in prayer and maintain consistent fellowship with God.
The song draws inspiration from Luke 18:1, which urges believers to pray always and not lose heart.
A spiritual son of Paul Enenche, Pastor Tochukwu revealed that most of his songs are birthed from deep study of Scripture.
“Sometimes while studying or preaching from a passage, a melody begins to flow. The lyrics are drawn directly from the Word. Our songs are intentional; they carry the same message we preach,” he explained.
Reflecting on his journey, he recounted beginning as a drummer who also sang before discovering what he described as a divine instruction to minister through music.
“I realised that you don’t minister only through preaching. God made me understand that songs are another channel through which His Word can reach people. Every release is backed by Scripture,” he added.
Pastor Tochukwu currently serves in Lagos, combining pastoral leadership with music ministry.
The audio and video for “I Want To Pray” are now available on major digital streaming platforms.
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