On Wednesday, June 26, a fire broke out at the Dangote Refinery located in the Lekki area of Lagos. The incident was confirmed by Anthony Chiejina, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of Dangote Group.
In an official statement, Chiejina assured the public that the fire had been promptly contained and there was no reason for alarm. The official press release, issued via the Dangote Group’s X (formerly Twitter) account, @DangoteGroup, provided further details:
“We have swiftly contained a minor fire incident at our effluent treatment plant (ETP) today, Wednesday, 26th of June. There is no cause for alarm as the refinery is operating normally, and there are no recorded injuries or bodily harm to any of our staff on duty.”
— Dangote Group (@DangoteGroup) June 26, 2024
The fire at the refinery’s effluent treatment plant was quickly managed by the refinery’s emergency response team, preventing any significant damage or disruption to operations.
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The swift action and preparedness of the team ensured the safety of all personnel on site and maintained the facility’s operational status.
This incident underscores the importance of robust safety and emergency protocols in industrial operations, particularly in critical infrastructure such as refineries. The Dangote Group’s effective handling of the situation highlights their commitment to safety and operational integrity.
A portion of the Dangote Refinery was engulfed in flames this afternoon, but the fire has been successfully put off. https://t.co/GG2R13QmeV pic.twitter.com/Sw5YTQ5F0o
— Imran Muhammad (@Imranmuhdz) June 26, 2024
As the largest oil refinery in Africa, the Dangote Refinery plays a crucial role in the region’s energy sector, and the rapid containment of the fire incident ensures its continued contribution to Nigeria’s economic growth and energy supply stability.