Dangote Industries Limited has unveiled plans to expand its combined refining capacity to 2.1 million barrels per day across Nigeria and Kenya, backed by a $46 billion investment programme spanning its refining, cement and fertiliser businesses between 2026 and 2028.
The expansion plan was announced on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, during a visit by officials of the Republic of the Congo’s national oil company, Société Nationale des Pétroles du Congo (SNPC), to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lekki, Lagos.
Group Vice President, Oil and Gas, Dangote Industries Limited, Devakumar Edwin, said the expansion will increase the group’s refining capacity in Nigeria to 1.4 million barrels per day, while a proposed 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery in Kenya will supply the East African market.
He said the planned $46 billion investment between 2026 and 2028 will strengthen the group’s refining, cement and fertilizer operations as it accelerates industrial growth across Africa.
Edwin added that discussions with SNPC focused on a long-term partnership to improve the Republic of the Congo’s supply of refined petroleum products and deepen regional energy cooperation.
Leading the Congolese delegation, SNPC Managing Director, Maixent Raoul Ominga, described the Dangote refinery as a landmark African industrial project, saying it demonstrates the continent’s capacity to develop world-class infrastructure.
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He said both organizations explored cooperation in refining, petroleum product supply, energy security, industrial development and technical exchange, expressing confidence that the partnership would deliver mutual benefits.
Ominga also praised Dangote Group’s investments in the Republic of the Congo’s cement sector, noting that they have strengthened local production and expanded access to construction materials.
President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to Africa’s industrialization through strategic investments and regional partnerships.
“We are for Africa, not just Nigeria. Tell us what you need, and we will see how we can work together,” Dangote said.
He added that the refinery is producing fuels that meet international standards, helping to reduce Africa’s dependence on imported refined petroleum products while enhancing energy security.
The meeting ended with both parties reaffirming their commitment to closer collaboration to strengthen regional value chains, expand access to refined petroleum products and support Africa’s industrial development.