Dangote Refinery outlines process for becoming a distributor in Nigeria

In a significant move aimed at streamlining access to its petroleum products, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a simplified four-step procedure for individuals and organizations aspiring to become official distributors across Nigeria.

The announcement was shared via the company’s official social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), providing detailed instructions and contact information for prospective partners.

According to the Dangote Group, the registration process is as follows:

1. Initial Contact: Interested customers are required to send an email to groupcommercialops@dangote.com to initiate the application process.

2. Documentation: Applicants will then receive registration guidelines, a link, and due diligence forms to fill out and submit.

3. Verification: Successful applicants will be issued a Dangote Refinery registration PIN along with a notarized Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) form notification.

4. Appointment Confirmation: Once cleared, the customer will receive an official distributorship appointment letter confirming their registration status.

Minimum Order Quantities for Products

The company also disclosed the minimum quantities required for each petroleum product available to distributors:

Gasoline (PMS): 2 million litres

Diesel (AGO): 2,000 metric tons

Aviation Fuel (ATK): 1,000 metric tons

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG): 500 metric tons

The initiative marks a major milestone in Dangote Refinery’s effort to build an extensive distribution network, increase accessibility, and strengthen its role in reshaping Nigeria’s petroleum industry.