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Dangote sets to buy 12m barrels of crude oil from United States for refinery operations

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The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is awaiting up to 12 million barrels of crude oil from the United States.

The refinery resorted to crude importation as local supply challenges hindered the new $20bn refinery’s push to reach full refining capacity.

Recall that the refinery plans to reach its 650,000 barrels per day capacity in June this year.

However, low local crude supply from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited is currently a challenge to this plan to ramp up daily production.

The 12 million barrels of crude has already left the United States and will land in Nigeria next month, according to the news from African Report.

“About 12 million barrels of crude have departed the US and should arrive in Nigeria by February,” an insider source told The Africa Report.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery is said to be importing more crude oil as supply from the NNPC becomes insufficient for fuel production at the $20bn Lekki-based facility.

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Officials at the plant said the facility has ramped up production to about 500,000 barrels per day, with the target of hitting the 650,000bpd mark by June this year.

The NNPC is reportedly struggling to supply 350,000bpd to the Dangote refinery from the 450,000bpd crude meant for Nigeria’s local consumption.

With its current production capacity of 500,000bpd, officials said there is a need to look beyond the shores of Nigeria for the feedstock.

It was said that the feedstock needed by the refinery daily cannot be solely supplied by the state-owned oil company, NNPC.

Recall that in July, President Tinubu ordered the NNPC to sell crude oil to local refineries in naira.

According to the crude oil production forecast of producing oil companies and the refining requirement of functional refineries in Nigeria signed by the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, Gbenga Komolafe, the Dangote refinery would require 550,000 barrels of a blend of Nigerian crude oil daily, 17.05 million barrels monthly, and 99.55 million barrels between January and June 2025.

The Dangote refinery is already building eight more tanks to store imported crude. The facility is planning to stockpile imported crude oil as local supplies become unreliable.

Officials of the refinery were quoted as saying that low crude supply from the NNPC “is driving import dependence.”

The building of eight additional tanks will see crude storage capacity at the refinery jump by 41.67 per cent to 3.4 billion litres.

“Importing crude from other countries instead of buying locally means that our crude stockpiles will have to be higher,” the Vice President in charge of the oil and gas business at Dangote Industries, Devakumar Edwin, was quoted as having said recently.

In May 2024, the refinery reportedly issued a term tender for the purchase of two million barrels of West Texas Intermediate Midland crude monthly for 12 months starting in July last year, amounting to 24 million barrels of crude in one year.

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Traditional Leaders Strengthen Immunization Efforts as New Incentives Expands Support

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Traditional leaders in Bauchi State have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting routine immunization efforts following recent visits from the New Incentives – All Babies Are Equal (NI-ABAE) program team. These visits to the Emirs of Dass and Misau highlight the ongoing collaboration between traditional institutions and health-focused organizations to improve childhood vaccination rates.

The Emir of Dass, Alhaji Usman Bilyaminu Othman, is a key advocate for immunization. He noted that financial challenges often prevent caregivers from accessing health services. “Many parents in rural areas want to vaccinate their children but cannot afford the transportation cost to health facilities,” he explained. “New Incentives has helped bridge this gap by providing support that encourages parents to complete their children’s immunization schedules.”
Since launching in Bauchi State in June 2022, the NI-ABAE program has expanded across all 20 local government areas, offering small financial incentives to caregivers who bring their infants for routine immunization. This approach has significantly improved vaccine uptake, especially in rural and hard-to-reach communities.

In Misau local government, the program has recorded remarkable milestones. Mustapha Kabir, New Incentives’ Operations Director for Bauchi and Gombe States, shared that over 23,000 infants have been enrolled in the program, with more than 300,000 vaccinations facilitated. The organization has also disbursed over ₦100 million to caregivers to ease financial barriers.
The Emir of Misau, Alhaji Ahmed Sulaiman, commended the initiative while acknowledging its impact on reducing childhood diseases. “This is a responsibility we should be handling, but New Incentives has stepped in to assist,” he said. “The small cash support you provide makes a difference for families struggling with poverty. We appreciate this program and we will continue to support it.”
The Emir of Dass acknowledged that vaccine hesitancy could arise from communities feeling neglected in government projects. “Some communities resist activities linked to government initiatives due to political grievances,” he noted. “This is why continuous community engagement is crucial. And we are happy that our people listen to us when we speak to them to understand the importance of the vaccination on their children.”
NI-ABAE has always worked in partnerships with traditional institutions to address these challenges. Ibrahim Ahmad, National Partnership Officer for New Incentives, highlighted the essential role of traditional leaders in the program’s success.
“Their influence has helped us overcome initial resistance, and we are now seeing a stronger commitment from parents to complete their children’s immunization schedules,” he said. According to Ibrahim, despite these noticeable challenges, the All Babies program, operating in 42 public hospitals in Dass, have enrolled over 12,000 infants in the local government and disbursed over 54 million to caregivers since 2022.

As the program which started in 2017 in Katsina State has now expanded to 11 states in northern Nigeria. “So far, we have enrolled more than 4 million infants into our program, encouraging more than 64 million vaccinations across the states,” added Ibrahim.

The organization also works to strengthen vaccine awareness campaigns through radio jingles and community health talks to ensure that even urban working-class parents—who may forget due to their busy schedules—are reminded to complete their children’s vaccinations.

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Kano Debt Management Office Director General Gets Award As The Most Cited Researcher of the Year By ABU

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Dr. Hamisu Sadi Ali, the Director General of the Kano State Debt Management Office, has been honored as the Most Cited Researcher of the Year by Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria. Dr. Ali revealed this exciting news during an interview with Nigerian Tracker.

“Alhamdulillah, while I’m on my way to receive the Most Cited Researcher of the Year Award from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, I received another exciting news. Please join me to thank Almighty Allah for these ceaseless blessings,” Dr. Ali stated.

In addition to this prestigious recognition, Dr. Ali received news of his promotion by the Governing Council of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. He has been elevated to the rank of a Reader (Associate Professor) of Economics, a significant milestone in his academic career.

“The Governing Council of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria has just announced my promotion to the rank of a Reader (Associate Professor) of Economics,” Dr. Ali proudly shared. He expressed his deep gratitude and dedicated these achievements to his late parents. “This is purely dedicated to my late parents. May Almighty Allah forgive them and make Jannatul Firdaus their final abode, Ameen,” he added.

Dr. Ali’s recognition as the Most Cited Researcher of the Year underscores his significant contributions to the field of economics and his impactful research work. His promotion to Associate Professor further highlights his dedication to academia and his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field.

These achievements come as a testament to Dr. Ali’s hard work, dedication, and scholarly excellence. As the Director General of the Kano State Debt Management Office, he has played a crucial role in managing the state’s finances and ensuring fiscal responsibility.

Dr. Ali’s colleagues, students, and the academic community at large have praised his accomplishments, recognizing the positive impact of his work on both the academic world and the public sector.

The Kano State Government and Ahmadu Bello University Zaria have extended their congratulations to Dr. Ali, acknowledging his contributions and wishing him continued success in his endeavors.

 

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Governor Yusuf Declares War on Corruption and Injustice

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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to fighting corruption, injustice, and oppression in the state.

Speaking at the commissioning of a newly constructed 9-kilometer road linking Fulatan, Zarewa, and Danguzuri in Rogo Local Government, Governor Yusuf symbolically drew a sword presented to him by Dr. Ishaq Falalu Zarewa on behalf of the community.

The gesture, accompanied by a handwritten copy of the Qur’an, was in recognition of his government’s efforts to complete the vital road project aimed at boosting economic activities and improving the lives of rural dwellers.

The governor declared that his administration would not tolerate corruption, exploitation, or any form of injustice that hinders the progress of Kano State.

He assured residents that his government remains committed to enhancing infrastructure, fostering economic growth, and ensuring that governance serves the best interest of the people.

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“This road is a testament to our dedication to improving trade and agriculture in this region. We will continue to prioritize development projects that directly impact the lives of our people,” Governor Yusuf stated.

This marks the third time Governor Yusuf has publicly demonstrated his readiness to confront any elements seeking to destabilize Kano State.

He urged the people to remain steadfast in supporting good governance and pledged to work tirelessly towards making Kano greater than it was before 2023.

 

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