In a landmark move to bolster Nigeria’s energy security and drive economic prosperity, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) and Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals (DPRP) have reaffirmed their commitment to a strategic partnership rooted in collaboration and healthy competition. This pledge was solidified during a high-profile courtesy visit by Aliko Dangote, President/Chief Executive of Dangote Group, to NNPC Ltd.’s Group CEO, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, at NNPC Towers in Abuja.
The meeting, attended by senior management teams from both organizations, underscored a shared vision of fostering national development through cooperative efforts. Dangote emphasized the absence of rivalry, stating, “There is no competition between us. NNPC is integral to our operations, and we are equally part of NNPC. This is an era of synergy.” He congratulated Ojulari and his team on their recent appointments, expressing confidence in their ability to tackle the significant challenges ahead with NNPC’s talented workforce.
Ojulari reciprocated, affirming NNPC Ltd.’s commitment to a partnership that prioritizes innovation, mutual benefit, and national interest. “Our collaboration with the Dangote Group will focus on commercial advantages that drive Nigeria’s prosperity,” he stated, praising the dedication and expertise of NNPC’s workforce. Both leaders agreed to serve as relationship managers for their organizations, ensuring sustained cooperation and exploring boundless opportunities for growth.
This strategic alliance signals a new chapter for Nigeria’s energy sector, with NNPC Ltd. and Dangote Petroleum Refinery uniting to enhance energy security and contribute to the nation’s economic advancement through shared goals and competitive synergy.
