Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, plans Nigeria’s biggest seaport
This infrastructure will enhance logistics for Dangote’s fertilizer and oil refinery operations, including planned exports of liquefied natural gas (LNG).
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Aliko Dangote's $20 billion refinery to process all Nigerian crude by year-end
Africa’s largest refinery eyes 100% local sourcing, boosts fuel self-sufficiency and cuts costly imports.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote outlines expansion plans for $3 billion fertilizer plant
Dangote eyes expansion of $3 billion fertilizer plant to reduce Africa’s imports and boost local food production in 40 months.
The world’s 23 Black billionaires in July 2025
Black billionaires near $100 billionaire net worth as AI, energy, and finance drive gains; Dangote and Karp lead the July 2025 ranking.
Aliko Dangote’s mega refinery commits $467 million to CNG push
The refinery is deploying 4,000 CNG-powered trucks nationwide to deliver petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel directly to filling stations and industrial hubs.
Aliko Dangote’s fertilizer plant listing may fetch $3 billion in market value
The fertilizer plant, spread across 500 hectares in Ibeju Lekki, Lagos, is already the largest of its kind in Africa.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote to export Nigeria’s first gasoline cargo to Asia
A 90,000-metric-ton cargo of gasoline is scheduled to leave the refinery for Asia, marking the first time fuel from the Lagos-based facility will be sold outside the region.
Aliko Dangote's refinery to begin nationwide fuel distribution in August
It is ready to deploy 4,000 new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers to enhance last-mile delivery and fuel accessibility across Nigeria.
Aliko Dangote's Dangote Cement, Tetracore increase focus on clean energy solutions
As part of the latest phase, Tetracore installed a mobile AutoGas refueling unit at Dangote Cement’s Ibese Plant in Ogun State.
Aliko Dangote plans to list Africa’s largest fertilizer plant this year
When asked about the possible listings of his refinery or other Dangote Group businesses, Dangote said, “Yes, definitely."
Aliko Dangote’s refinery relies on U.S. crude imports amid Nigeria supply drop
The shift underscores evolving global trade dynamics and Nigeria’s urgent need to stabilize fuel production.
Aliko Dangote's mega refinery ends Nigeria’s era as Africa’s top fuel importer
The $20 billion refinery, the largest in Africa and the world’s biggest single-train facility, has reduced Nigeria’s need for imported petrol.
Aliko Dangote's refinery set to start polypropylene exports
The move marks a major milestone for Nigerian industrial exports as the country shifts from import dependence to value-added manufacturing.
Aliko Dangote's refinery receives 146,000 tonnes of global oil supply
The latest delivery, discharged by the vessel Hercules, comes ahead of another 125,000-tonne shipment expected via the Sienna.
Johann Rupert’s net worth rises by $488 million in 24 hours
The boost further cements his position as Africa’s second-richest person, behind Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote.
Firm linked to World’s richest Black man acquires Kenya’s oldest tour company
This reflects the growing appeal of Kenya’s tourism sector to international investors.