Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery, boasting a production capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, has earned a prestigious rank among the globe’s eight largest refineries.
Typically concentrated in the Asia Pacific region along with countries like the US, China, Russia, Japan, and India, the world’s largest refineries are key players in the global oil market. Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery’s inclusion in this elite group marks a significant milestone for the country’s oil industry and places it among nations with cutting-edge refining capabilities.
The top eight largest refineries include renowned names such as the Jamnagar Refinery in India, the Paraguana Refining Centre in Venezuela, and multiple refineries from South Korea and the United States.
Dangote Refinery’s presence underscores Nigeria’s emergence as a formidable player in the global oil refining landscape.
Source: Business Day