
Forbes ranks Dangote as Africa’s richest man again as his $20 billion refinery shakes up global oil markets
Forbes’ latest valuation narrows the gap with Bloomberg’s estimate, though a discrepancy remains.
Forbes’ latest valuation narrows the gap with Bloomberg’s estimate, though a discrepancy remains.
The move is expected to double the facility’s annual capacity to 5 million tonnes, strengthening Dangote Cement Plc’s position as Africa’s leading cement manufacturer.
A surge in the market value of his stake in Dangote Cement, Africa’s largest cement maker, has added $800 million to his wealth in just three day.
With this latest boost, his year-to-date loss has narrowed to $461 million.
The refinery last month announced plans to construct eight new crude storage tanks to secure a stable supply of imported oil.
From cement and construction to telecoms and finance, Nigeria’s richest businessmen have built empires that extend far beyond the country’s borders.
Dangote said the refinery, which began operations in early 2024, is steadily ramping up production, now reaching 550,000 barrels per day (bpd).
The decision follows favorable shifts in the global energy market and a notable drop in international crude oil prices.
While Forbes values Dangote’s wealth at $10.6 billion, Bloomberg’s estimate at $27.2 billion includes his stake in the Dangote Oil Refinery.
The deal, valued at an undisclosed amount, is awaiting approval from the COMESA Competition Commission.
His 86 percent stake in Dangote Cement has taken a hit, with shares dropping from $0.31 at the start of the year to $0.25.
The plunge in Dangote's wealth is largely attributed to a major sell-off in Dangote Cement shares on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX).
Dangote Refinery is boosting storage capacity by 41.67%, adding 6.3 million barrels to ensure a stable imported crude oil supply.
The partnership is set to address the surging demand for CNG, driven by Dangote’s vast fleet and an expanding base of Auto CNG users nationwide.
This feat places him 68th on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, securing his position among the world’s top 100 richest individuals.
Dangote Oil Refinery exports petrol to Cameroon, Angola, Ghana, and South Africa, a key milestone in reshaping Africa’s fuel market.