The Dangote Refinery has put a temporary stop to its discounted fuel supply initiative after uncovering a large-scale fraud within its distribution network.
According to reports the refinery discovered some affiliate marketers were diverting subsidized fuel intended for local use to unauthorized third parties.
These third parties, in turn, resold the fuel at regular market prices, undermining the goal of providing affordable energy.
An internal investigation revealed that certain marketers, granted discounted rates to support fuel availability and price stability in Nigeria, were misusing their loading tickets—known as Authority To Collect (ATC)—by transferring them to unregistered operators.
These marketers bypassed compliance requirements and avoided operational costs, enabling them to profit from the price disparity without bearing the necessary expenses.
This fraudulent activity compromised the scheme’s objectives and forced the company to act.
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In a letter dated July 13, 2025, signed by the Group Executive Director of Commercial Operations, Fatima Dangote, the refinery announced the suspension of the program.
The letter cited mounting complaints and noted that despite multiple engagements with partners, the misuse had become widespread and unsustainable.
The letter, titled “Suspension of the Strategic Partner Discounted Price”, explained that the scheme was designed to ensure widespread access to clean and affordable petroleum products across Nigeria.
However, continued misuse had jeopardized operations at the refinery’s loading terminals.
While the refinery works on restructuring the initiative, the discounted supply scheme remains suspended until further notice.
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