Lagos, Nigeria | Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive of Dangote Petroleum Refinery, has announced that the company’s planned deployment of 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks across Nigeria will generate no fewer than 24,000 jobs.
The move is part of the refinery’s broader strategy to transform fuel distribution, reduce logistics costs, and promote cleaner energy alternatives. According to Dangote, the new trucks — sourced from China at an estimated cost of ₦720 billion — will be rolled out in phases, with the first batch of 1,000 units already set for operation.
Industry experts note that beyond easing petroleum product supply, the initiative is expected to provide significant employment opportunities across the logistics and downstream oil sectors, ranging from drivers and mechanics to administrative and technical support staff.
Dangote emphasised that the CNG-powered trucks will not only improve nationwide distribution efficiency but also align with the federal government’s clean energy transition agenda. By replacing diesel-powered vehicles with gas-driven alternatives, the programme is expected to cut carbon emissions and ease pressure on Nigeria’s petrol demand.
Stakeholders, including members of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), have welcomed the development, describing it as a potential game-changer in stabilising fuel supply while boosting job creation in the country.
