Dangote Refinery supplies 95% of Nigeria’s Jet A1– AON
The Airlines Operators of Nigeria (AON) has described the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals as a critical support for the country’s aviation sector, stating that the facility currently supplies more than 95 percent of Jet A1 fuel consumed nationwide. AON spokesperson, Obiora Okonkwo, disclosed this during a television interview, noting that the refinery’s output has […]
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The Airlines Operators of Nigeria (AON) has described the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals as a critical support for the country’s aviation sector, stating that the facility currently supplies more than 95 percent of Jet A1 fuel consumed nationwide.
AON spokesperson, Obiora Okonkwo, disclosed this during a television interview, noting that the refinery’s output has helped sustain domestic airline operations amid global supply pressures linked to tensions in the Middle East. He added that airlines are facing significant operational strain as fuel costs rise.
“It is a matter of fact that over 95 percent of aviation fuel supplied nationwide comes from Dangote refinery. To airline operators in Nigeria, Dangote is not just a refinery, it is a game changer and a lifesaver,” he said.
Okonkwo, however, raised concerns about market practices within the downstream distribution chain, alleging that some marketers are creating artificial scarcity despite available supply from the refinery. He said this has contributed to sharp increases in the price of Jet A1, with operators reporting hikes of up to 300 percent since the onset of the Middle East crisis.
Meanwhile, the Dangote Refinery has expanded its presence in the international aviation fuel market, with recent data showing exports of approximately 876,000 tonnes of jet fuel to Europe within a short period. This includes about 456,000 tonnes shipped in March and a further 420,000 tonnes exported as of April 20.
The export volumes, according to Dangote, reflect growing refining capacity and improved logistics, reinforcing Nigeria’s position in the global downstream oil market.