Lagos: The management of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his timely intervention in averting what it described as ‘the disruptive actions of PENGASSAN’ against the company.
According to Voice of Nigeria, the company commended the President’s leadership and the coordinated efforts of key government officials which restored order and stability to the energy sector at a critical moment. The statement issued over the weekend highlighted the gratitude of Dangote Refinery towards President Tinubu for his intervention, which involved his Ministers and senior officials, resulting in the abatement of the disruptive actions against the refinery.
The statement credited Nigeria’s Security Chiefs, led by National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS) Mr. Adeola Toyin Ajayi, and Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) Mr. Mohammed Mohammed, for their efforts to defuse the cris
is. Additionally, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Mohammed Dingyadi; Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun; Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu; and Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha were praised for their efforts to prevent the disruption of Nigeria’s energy sector.
The company also extended heartfelt gratitude to Nigerians for their overwhelming public support during the crisis, noting that their support was both humbling and overwhelming. Dangote Refinery acknowledged its workforce for their loyalty and commitment during the period of industrial tension, ensuring that operations were not disrupted.
Reaffirming its position as one of Nigeria’s leading employers, the company highlighted its adherence to international labour standards, competitive compensation, and commitment to employee welfare and national economic development. It also commended the Nigerian judiciary for upholding the rule o
f law and protecting the refinery’s operations, describing the courts as ‘the bastion of hope’ against intimidation.
The statement concluded by reiterating the refinery’s dedication to national service and uninterrupted production, affirming its commitment to the Nigerian nation and its people.