Dangote Acknowledges Tinubu’s Role in Refinery Project

Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Chairman of the Dangote Group, has credited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the visionary behind the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Complex.

This acknowledgment came during President Tinubu’s official visit to the massive industrial project site in Lagos State on Thursday.

“It is a great honour to welcome Your Excellency to the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Complex, especially to commission this concrete road and associated infrastructure which received your gracious approval,” Dangote stated during the event.

He stressed that the creation of the Dangote Refinery was significantly inspired by Tinubu’s foresight and policies.

“This complex, in many respects, is your brainchild. The Lekki Free Trade Zone, where this facility is located, was initiated under your leadership as Lagos State Governor. Today, Your Excellency, you are witnessing the physical realization of that early vision,” he said.

Dangote further described President Tinubu as a forward-thinking and visionary leader.

“I assure you, what you’ve seen so far is only the beginning. Much more is yet to come,” the billionaire businessman emphasized.

Highlighting some of the major economic policies introduced by the current administration, Dangote praised the Naira-for-Crude exchange policy, calling it one of the administration’s most impactful economic reforms.

He pointed out that the initiative illustrates the Federal Government’s dedication to restoring the economy and strengthening Nigeria’s control over its resources.

Additionally, he applauded the recently introduced Nigeria First Policy, aimed at curbing dependence on foreign imports and reinforcing local economic development. This policy, according to Dangote, places priority on domestic investment, local business operations, and consumption of Nigerian-made products and services.