Dangote Petroleum Refinery is rapidly becoming a major fuel supplier to Europe as the continent battles worsening jet fuel shortages caused by disruptions in the Middle East energy market.
Fresh statistics from the worldwide energy platform Kpler showed that exports of jet fuel from the Lagos-based refinery to Europe soared by 75% in April 2026 to reach a record 272,000 metric tonnes, The News Chronicle reports.
The sharp rise comes after supply problems connected to instability around the Strait of Hormuz, a major worldwide oil shipping lane that formerly transported a sizeable portion of European fuel imports.
With 163,000 tonnes, France emerged as the largest consumer of Nigerian jet fuel during the period; Spain and the UK also increased their imports.
Industry experts claim that as buyers seek more secure and consistent energy sources outside the Middle East, the Dangote Refinery has swiftly established itself as one of Europe’s most reliable alternative suppliers. In April, Nigerian shipments allegedly made up 20% of all jet fuel imports into Europe, a significant increase over prior months.
With market analysts cautioning that shortages might last into the coming months, the supply chain has also driven up aviation fuel prices around the world.
Nigeria’s position in the global refined products industry is enhanced by rising demand, underscoring the growing impact of the Dangote Refinery on global energy trade.
