In a swift move to resolve the impase between Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, over the quality of diesel distributed in the country, the federal government has met with the two feuding bodies.
To resolve this issue, the Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Oil), on Monday night, convened a high-level stakeholders meeting to address and resolve the ongoing issues surrounding the Dangote Refinery amicably.
At the meeting, according to a statement by the Minister’s media aide, Nneamaka Okafor, those present included: Mr. Aliko Dangote, Chairman/CEO of Dangote Group, Mr. Farouk Ahmed, Authority Chief Executive, Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Mr. Gbenga Komolafe, Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Mr. Mele Kyari, Group Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPC).
The statement said the meeting, “marks a significant step towards resolving the challenges and underscores the Minister’s dedication to fostering a conducive environment for Nigeria’s oil and gas sector”.
Ms Okafor said the stakeholders expressed gratitude to the Minister for his exemplary leadership and timely intervention in facilitating this crucial dialogue.
“The meeting focused on finding a sustainable and lasting solution to the current impasse affecting the Dangote Refinery, with all parties demonstrating a commitment to collaborative and proactive problem-solving”.
The Minister emphasized the importance of cooperation and synergy among all stakeholders to ensure the success and optimal performance of the Oil and Gas sector, which is pivotal for Nigeria’s economic growth and energy security.
