The management of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has moved to clarify recent reports concerning an ongoing reorganisation within its facility, attributing the decision directly to what it describes as “repeated acts of sabotage.”
The company insisted that “this exercise is not arbitrary,” but has instead “become necessary to safeguard the refinery from repeated acts of sabotage that have raised safety concerns and affected operational efficiency.”
In a statement issued on Friday and obtained by this medium, the management of Dangote Refinery elaborated that “the foregoing decision was taken in the best interest of the Refinery as result of intermittent cases of sabotage in the various units of the Refinery with dire consequences on human life and related safety concerns.”
Emphasising the gravity of the situation, the management pledged that “we remain vigilant to our internal systems and vulnerabilities to ensure the long-term stability of this strategic national asset.” It stated that protecting the facility is “imperative… for the benefit of Nigerians, our partners across Africa, and the thousands of people whose livelihoods depend on it.”
Addressing the scale of the reorganisation, the refinery confirmed that “only a very small number of staff were affected.” It sought to reassure the public about its workforce, noting that “over 3,000 Nigerians continue to work actively in our Petroleum Refinery, at present.” The company further highlighted its ongoing recruitment efforts, stating it continues “to recruit Nigerian talent through our various graduate trainee programmes and experienced hire recruitment process.”
On the subject of labour relations, the statement was unequivocal. “We recognise and uphold internationally accepted labour principles, including the right of every worker to freely decide whether or not to join a union,” it read, adding that “our commitment to workers’ rights is unwavering.”
Reiterating its broader mission, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery stated that it “exists to serve Nigerians, to strengthen Africa’s energy independence, and to create decent, sustainable jobs.”
The management concluded by affirming its intention to “continue to work in partnership with our employees, regulators, and stakeholders to uphold the highest standards of safety, transparency, and accountability.” The statement was formally signed by the refinery’s management.
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