*Why Petrol From My Refinery Looks Clearer

THE President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, on Tuesday, September 3, unveiled the first sample of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, after the 650,000 barrels per day capacity refinery had undergone a test run of the product.

Speaking during a live broadcast from the refinery site in the Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos State, Dangote stated: “I would like to commend the people of Nigeria and the government of President Bola Tinubu for providing us with the platform for growth, development and prosperity.

“I also want to thank him personally for introducing the idea of exchanging crude for Naira. This initiative will contribute to the stability of the Naira.

“With this refinery in operation, we will have a clear picture of Nigeria’s true consumption. We will be able to track every truck and shipload.”

He assured that his refinery would meet the fuel demands not only of Nigerians, but also of sub-Saharan Africa.

In a related development, Dangote has explained why the first sample of PMS from his refinery appears clearer than the petrol currently in circulation, insisting the clearer petrol is more environmentally friendly and could help reduce health issues associated with polluted petroleum products, as well as protect engines from damage caused by the unclear petrol found in the market.

“This is the sample of the petrol. You see it as a different colour, but that is the real deal. You are now going to have a good and genuine product.

     “I am sure Nigerians have not seen this colour of diesel before. This is called Euro-5 diesel. It contains less than 10 parts per million (PPM) of sulphur. This will help vehicles, engines and generators last longer.”

“The health of the people and the environment will not be compromised. This is the real deal.”