A section of the Dangote Refinery in the Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos State caught fire following an explosion on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. The incident occurred at the effluent treatment plant (ETP), as confirmed by Anthony Chiejina, a spokesperson for Dangote Industries Limited. He assured the public that the fire was swiftly contained and that there were no injuries or harm to the staff on duty. The refinery continues to operate without interruption.
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, had previously disclosed facing significant opposition from local and foreign interests before establishing the $19 billion refinery.
### Update on Petrol Supply
Earlier in June, the Dangote Refinery announced that it would begin supplying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by mid-July. Aliko Dangote explained that the delay was minor and assured that the fuel would be available in the market by the second or third week of July. This statement was made during a tour of the facility by a Senate delegation led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
### Key Points:
– **Incident Location:** Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) at Dangote Refinery.
– **Incident Date:** Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
– **Response:** Fire swiftly contained; no injuries reported.
– **Operational Status:** Refinery continues to operate normally.
– **Petrol Supply Update:** PMS supply to commence by mid-July, with market availability by the third week of July.