Finish of Dangote in Nupeng: claims of anti-labour practices, monopolistic behavior, “completely unfounded” fuel price plans

The Petroleum refinery of Dangote has rejected the recent accusations made by the Union Nigeria di Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (Nupeng), insisting on the fact that the requests for anti-corks, monopolistic behaviors and expected increases in fuel prices are “completely unfounded”.

The Union Declaration, issued on September 5, and subsequent media apparitions, said that Dangote Group was undermining trade union activities and threatening the well -being of workers through his new range of natural gas -powered trucks (CNG).

In his official response, the refinery of Dangote has reiterated his full support for constitutionally protected labor rights, stating that employees are free to join with any recognized union. “The statements that drivers are forced to renounce union rights are categorically false,” says the declaration, adding that the controversy involves Nupeg (PTD) petrol driver units and does not imply the refinery in any violation of rights.

At the center of the accusations of Nupeng is the launch of over 4,000 methane -powered mass trucks, which the union could support existing jobs. The Dangote Group firmly refuted this, describing the initiative as a milestone of the Nigeria energy transition strategy.

“The deployment of methane -powered trucks is a strategic initiative designed to support national energy transition objectives, not to move existing works,” said the company. Each truck will be managed by a team of six people, with drivers who receive salaries significantly above the minimum national salary, as well as medical coverage, pensions, accommodation allowances and long -term access to housing loans. The company aims to have 10,000 these trucks in operation by the end of the year, potentially creating over 60,000 direct jobs.

By responding to the accusations of monopolistic behavior, the refinery of damage underlined its compliance with the deregulated oil sector of Nigeria under the supervision of the Nigerian Midstream and the Valley oil regulation authority (NMDPRA).

The company stressed that over 30 refinery licenses have been issued to private players, with active developments of Bua, Aradel, Walter Smith and the Edo refinery. “While we are the main actor in the sector, our presence has revitalized the sector downstream, has reopened the previously dormant petrol stations and restored the trust of investors,” the management said.

The declaration also designed parallels with the influence of the company in the concrete sector, noting that the entry of dance has contributed to eliminating the dependence of Nigeria from imports and stimulated the rise of other local producers.

Dangote’s refinery has strongly denied any plan to increase fuel prices. On the contrary, the company says that its operations have stabilized the availability of fuel and caused the costs. Diesel prices, for example, have decreased by more than 30% in the last year and petrol prices in Nigeria are now lower than oil rich in oil such as Saudi Arabia and 40% less than the neighboring countries of West Africa.

The company also indicated its investments of N720 billion in the infrastructure of methane as proof of its commitment to reduce logistical costs and improve the distribution of fuel at national level.

Dangote has declared to maintain a friendly and cooperative relationship with all the recognized unions, including Nupeng. He rejected the accusations of going out for recent conciliation efforts, stating that the union had not formally communicated any grievance before becoming public.

“We recognize and appreciate the intervention of the Federal Government, in particular the Ministry of Labor and Employment, and we remain fully supporting the current efforts to achieve a lasting resolution. We come back both the minister, Dr. Mohammed Dingyadi (Katuka Sokoto) who would have had the Mangom. Granted to Mallam Sayyu died the permission to allow him to participate in his medicine”, said the company, said the company. expressing appreciation for the roles carried out by the Ministry of Labor and employment and of the key ministers involved in the mediation of the dispute.

From the commissioning in the service just over a year ago, Dangote’s refinery has transformed Nigeria into a clear exporter of refined fuels, providing markets up to the United States. It is said that its production of key by-products such as polypropylene, LPG and NAFTA is catalyzing growth in manufacturing, aeronautical and agro-processing sectors.

The company also observed that its supply of domestic LPG has led to a remarkable drop in cooking gas prices, promoting the cleaner domestic energy consumption and reducing the dependence on firewood and kerosene.

With over 570,000 direct and indirect jobs created, including infrastructure projects for roads, energy and water, the refinery of Dangote has positioned itself as a center for skills development and Technology transfer to Nigeria.

Reiterating his commitment to responsible companies, Dangote Group concluded by rejecting the accusations of monopoly such as “recycled falsehoods”, urging other actors in the private sector to follow his advantage in investments in the economic future of Nigeria.

“In Dangote, we have chosen to invest boldly in the future of Nigeria and we will continue to do so. It is time for others to follow the example.”