Niger State Government Invites Dangote for Oil Exploration
The Niger State Government is inviting the Dangote Group and other private investors to explore crude oil opportunities in the Bida Basin, aiming to develop the region's oil potential.
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The Niger State Government is inviting the Dangote Group and other private investors to explore crude oil opportunities in the Bida Basin, aiming to develop the region's oil potential.
The Dangote Group has strongly refuted viral claims about a rift with Tony Elumelu, labeling the reports as false and misleading.
Dangote Group announced plans for a 2026 Pan-African IPO to sell a 10% stake in its $20 billion refinery, aiming to attract further investment.

The Nigerian Army has justified a precision airstrike in Jilli village, Borno State, claiming it targeted a terrorist hub, despite reports of civilian deaths. Survivors have since recounted their ordeal, stating they were legitimate animal traders at Jilli market when the attack occurred, while Amnesty International condemned the incident.
Nigeria has suspended gasoline import permits, a move that is seen as a significant advantage for the Dangote Group.

Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing food security across Africa. He plans to achieve this through significant investments in large-scale fertiliser production, stating that the continent has the potential to be self-sufficient in food.
Nasarawa State in Nigeria is actively engaging the Dangote Group to expand its industrial investments, leveraging the state's mineral resources to create jobs and stimulate economic growth.
Dangote Group intends to sell approximately 10% of its refinery through an initial public offering (IPO) targeting investors across the African continent.

Afreximbank is supporting the Dangote Group as it targets $100 billion in annual revenue by 2030, a goal that will require an estimated $40 billion in new investments to achieve its continental ambitions.
During the Nasarawa Trade Fair, the Dangote Group reiterated its commitment to creating more employment opportunities, aiming to boost economic development in the region.

Dangote Group is planning a significant refinery expansion in East Africa, including a partnership with Kenya and Uganda to build a new refinery in Tanzania. This project aims to boost regional refining capacity.

The Dangote Group has issued a rebuttal against claims circulating on social media that the Tinubu government earns revenue from every bag of cement sold, amidst a rise in misinformation and AI-generated content.

The Nigerian Federal Government, First Lady, NGF, Dangote Group, NNPC, and the Emeka Foundation have collectively donated ₦65 billion to the Community Food Bank Trust Fund.