Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, has presented the first sample of Premium Motor Spirit or petrol to the public. He explained why the first product sample from his refinery was clearer than the ones already in use.
Speaking via livestream from his refinery in Lagos State’s Ibeju-Lekki neighbourhood, Dangote emphasised that cleaner petrol is better for the environment and may help lessen health risks related to contaminated petroleum products.
He mentioned that the new petrol will shield engines from harm caused by conventional gasoline’s lack of clarity. The product was tested in a refinery with a capacity of 650,000.
“I would like to salute the people of Nigeria and the government of President Bola Tinubu for giving us the platform for growth, development, and prosperity. I also want to thank him personally for creating the idea of the Naira for crude. Doing that will give Naira stability.
“As we have this refinery working, it will show the true consumption of Nigeria; we can track every loaded truck and ship,” he said
Also speaking of the colour of the diesel, he said, “I am sure Nigerians have not seen this colour of diesel before,” Dangote stated. “This is called Euro-5 diesel. It contains less than 10 parts per million (PPM) of sulfur. This will help vehicles, engines, and generators last longer.”
He further emphasized, “The people’s and the environment’s health will not be compromised. This is the real deal.”