List of Refineries in Nigeria 2026 — Government, Private & Modular
Complete list of all 15 petroleum refineries in Nigeria as of August 2026: 4 NNPC government refineries, 5 private refineries including Dangote — the world's largest single-train refinery — and 6 modular refineries, with locations, states, capacity and current status.
15
Total Refineries
11
Operational
1,129k
Combined bpd Capacity
650k
Dangote Capacity bpd
Nigeria is Africa's largest crude oil producer, pumping approximately 1.3–1.5 million barrels per day as of 2026 yet has historically imported the majority of its refined petroleum products due to decades of neglect of its domestic refining infrastructure. This paradox — the continent's top oil producer importing petrol — is now changing fast.
The commissioning of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in May 2026 at a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day was a turning point. The Dangote Refinery alone exceeds the combined installed capacity of Nigeria's four NNPC government refineries (445,000 bpd) and is the largest single-train refinery in the world.
Simultaneously, Nigeria's push for modular refineries — small-scale, faster-to-build refining units of 1,000–30,000 bpd — has added another layer of capacity spread across oil-producing communities in Rivers, Delta, Imo and Edo states.
Quick Answer: How Many Refineries Are in Nigeria in 2026?
Nigeria has 15 refineries as of 2026: 4 government refineries (all under rehabilitation by NNPC Limited), 5 private refineries (including Dangote), and at least 6 modular refineries. Of these, 11 are currently operational.
📊 All Refineries in Nigeria — Full List 2026
| # | Refinery Name | Location | State | Owner | Type | Capacity | Year Built | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PHRC Old | Alesa Eleme, Eleme LGA | Rivers State | NNPC Limited | Government | 60,000 bpd | 1965 | 🟡 Rehabilitation |
| 2 | PHRC New | Ogale-Eleme, Eleme LGA | Rivers State | NNPC Limited | Government | 150,000 bpd | 1989 | 🟡 Rehabilitation |
| 3 | WRPC | Ekpan, Uvwie LGA | Delta State | NNPC Limited | Government | 125,000 bpd | 1978 | 🟡 Rehabilitation |
| 4 | KRPC | Kaduna South | Kaduna State | NNPC Limited | Government | 110,000 bpd | 1980 | 🟡 Rehabilitation |
| 5 | Dangote Refinery | Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos Free Trade Zone | Lagos State | Dangote Industries Limited | Private | 650,000 bpd | 2023 | 🟢 Operational |
| 6 | NDPR Refinery | Ogbele, Ahoada West LGA | Rivers State | Niger Delta Petroleum Resources Ltd | Private | 1,000 bpd | 2013 | 🟢 Operational |
| 7 | Edo Refinery | Ologbo, Ikpoba-Okha LGA | Edo State | Amegy Petroleum Nigeria Limited | Private | 3,000 bpd | 2021 | 🟢 Operational |
| 8 | Walter Smith Refinery | Ibigwe, Ohaji-Egbema LGA | Imo State | Walter Smith Petroman Oil Ltd | Private | 1,000 bpd | 2021 | 🟢 Operational |
| 9 | Azikel Refinery | Degema Uno, Gbaramatu Kingdom | Delta State | Azikel Petroleum Ltd | Private | 3,000 bpd | 2022 | 🟢 Operational |
| 10 | BUA Modular Refinery | Lafiaji, Lagos Island | Lagos State | BUA Group | Modular | 11,000 bpd (Phase 1) | 2021 | 🟢 Operational |
| 11 | Duport Refinery | Edo State | Edo State | Duport Midstream Company Ltd | Modular | 2,500 bpd | 2021 | 🟢 Operational |
| 12 | Aiteo Refinery | Santa Barbara, Oguta LGA | Imo State | Aiteo Group | Modular | 8,000 bpd | 2020 | 🟢 Operational |
| 13 | Opac Refinery | Kwale, Ndokwa West LGA | Delta State | Opac Refineries Ltd | Modular | 1,000 bpd | 2019 | 🟢 Operational |
| 14 | EAP Refinery | Oguta LGA | Imo State | EAP Petroleum | Modular | 1,000 bpd | 2022 | 🟢 Operational |
| 15 | TUKP Refinery | Rumuji, Emohua LGA | Rivers State | TUKP Nigeria Ltd | Modular | 2,000 bpd | 2022 | 🟢 Operational |
Last updated: August 2026. Capacity figures represent design/licensed capacity. NNPC government refineries are currently operating below capacity during rehabilitation.
⭐ Dangote Refinery — Full Profile
World's Largest Single-TrainDangote Industries Limited · Private Refinery · Lagos State
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals
Location
Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos
State
Lagos State
Capacity
650,000 bpd
Year Commissioned
2023
Construction Cost
$19 Billion
Asset Value
~$25–30 Billion
Land Area
2,635 Hectares
World Rank
#1 Single-Train
PMS (Petrol)
Diesel (AGO)
Aviation Fuel (Jet A-1)
LPG
Polypropylene
Fertiliser feedstock
Where is Dangote Refinery located? The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is located in
Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, Lagos State — specifically within the
Lekki Free Trade Zone, approximately 60km east of Lagos Island along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
It sits on 2,635 hectares of Atlantic coastland.
The Dangote Refinery is the largest single-train petroleum refinery in the world and the largest refinery in Africa. Located in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos — specifically within the Lekki Free Trade Zone — the refinery sits on 2,635 hectares of land reclaimed along the Atlantic coastline. It was commissioned in May 2023 by President Bola Tinubu and began loading petroleum products for local distribution in late 2023. At full capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, Dangote Refinery alone exceeds Nigeria's combined NNPCL refinery capacity of 445,000 bpd and can theoretically supply 100% of Nigeria's daily fuel consumption with surplus for export.
Is Dangote Refinery the biggest in the world? Yes — it is the world's largest single-train refinery at 650,000 bpd. The Reliance Jamnagar complex in India is larger in total combined capacity but consists of two separate refineries. Dangote is the largest integrated single refinery unit on Earth.
The Dangote Refinery is the largest single-train petroleum refinery in the world and the largest refinery in Africa. Located in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos — specifically within the Lekki Free Trade Zone — the refinery sits on 2,635 hectares of land reclaimed along the Atlantic coastline. It was commissioned in May 2023 by President Bola Tinubu and began loading petroleum products for local distribution in late 2023. At full capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, Dangote Refinery alone exceeds Nigeria's combined NNPCL refinery capacity of 445,000 bpd and can theoretically supply 100% of Nigeria's daily fuel consumption with surplus for export.
Is Dangote Refinery the biggest in the world? Yes — it is the world's largest single-train refinery at 650,000 bpd. The Reliance Jamnagar complex in India is larger in total combined capacity but consists of two separate refineries. Dangote is the largest integrated single refinery unit on Earth.
🏛️ Government Refineries in Nigeria (NNPC)
4 RefineriesNigeria's 4 government refineries are wholly owned by NNPC Limited (formerly NNPC) and were built between 1965 and 1989. All four are currently undergoing rehabilitation under the Turn-Around Maintenance (TAM) programme. Combined design capacity: 445,000 bpd. Who built the refineries in Nigeria? Each was built by different international contractors (Italian, French-Italian, Japanese-Italian consortiums) during Nigeria's oil boom era.
NNPC Limited · Government · Rivers State
Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) — Old Refinery
Location
Alesa Eleme, Eleme LGA
State
Capacity
60,000 bpd
Est. Worth
~$1.5 billion (estimated rehabilitation cost)
Premium Motor Spirit (PMS)Automotive Gas Oil (AGO)KeroseneLPG
Nigeria's oldest refinery, built in 1965. Currently undergoing rehabilitation under the NNPCL Turn-Around Maintenance (TAM) programme. Expected to resume production at full capacity.
NNPC Limited · Government · Rivers State
Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) — New Refinery
Location
Ogale-Eleme, Eleme LGA
State
Capacity
150,000 bpd
Est. Worth
~$2.8 billion (estimated)
PMSAGOKeroseneNaphthaLPG
Built in 1989 with a design capacity of 150,000 bpd. Has operated far below capacity for decades due to neglect and sabotage. Currently in rehabilitation. The Rivers State cluster of PHRC Old and New makes Port Harcourt the hub of Nigeria's refining heritage.
NNPC Limited · Government · Delta State
Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company (WRPC)
PMSAGOKerosenePolypropyleneCarbon Black
Built in 1978, WRPC is also home to a Petrochemical Plant producing polypropylene and carbon black — products used in plastics and rubber manufacturing. Alongside the refineries, the petrochemical component gives WRPC strategic importance beyond fuel production. Currently undergoing rehabilitation.
NNPC Limited · Government · Kaduna State
Kaduna Refining and Petrochemical Company (KRPC)
PMSAGOKeroseneBitumenLPG
The only government refinery in Northern Nigeria, built in 1980 to serve the North's fuel needs and reduce transportation costs from southern refineries. KRPC is also notable for producing bitumen used in road construction. Currently in rehabilitation under NNPCL's TAM programme.
🏢 Private Refineries in Nigeria
5 RefineriesPrivate refineries in Nigeria are licensed by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and operate commercially independent of government ownership. The sector was opened to private investors under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. Dangote Refinery dominates this category with 650,000 bpd — dwarfing all other private operators combined.
Niger Delta Petroleum Resources Ltd · Private · Rivers State
Niger Delta Petroleum Resources (NDPR) Refinery — Tom Ateke
Crude oil processingNaphthaAGO
One of Nigeria's earliest private sector refining ventures, producing mainly for industrial clients in the Niger Delta region.
Amegy Petroleum Nigeria Limited · Private · Edo State
Edo Refinery and Petrochemicals (Amegy Petroleum)
DieselNaphthaBase Oil
One of the first licensed private refineries to begin operations in Edo State, processing light crude from nearby oil fields.
Walter Smith Petroman Oil Ltd · Private · Imo State
Walter Smith Petroman Refinery
DieselKeroseneNaphtha
Located in Imo State, Walter Smith is among the first fully licensed and operational private refineries in Nigeria's south-east, processing crude from the Ibigwe oil field.
Azikel Petroleum Ltd · Private · Delta State
Azikel Petroleum Refinery
NaphthaAGOKerosene
Situated in the Niger Delta heartland, Azikel was granted an operational licence by DPR (now NUPRC) and is among the pioneering private refiners in Delta State.
⚙️ List of Modular Refineries in Nigeria 2026
6 RefineriesA modular refinery is a small-scale, prefabricated petroleum refinery with capacity typically between 1,000 and 30,000 barrels per day. Nigeria encouraged modular refinery development from 2017 under the Nigerian Content Intervention policy, to enable oil-producing communities to refine crude locally and reduce dependence on imported products. Nigeria currently has at least 6 licensed operational modular refineries, primarily located in Rivers, Delta, Imo and Edo states.
Combined modular refinery capacity in Nigeria is estimated at 25,500 bpd — small relative to Dangote but significant for local fuel supply and community economic development.
BUA Group · Lagos State
BUA Group Modular Refinery
Location
Lafiaji, Lagos Island
State
BUA Group's modular refinery is one of the largest modular refining operations in Nigeria, built in phases to reach full capacity.
Duport Midstream Company Ltd · Edo State
Duport Midstream Modular Refinery
Location
Edo State
State
Commissioned in 2021 in Edo State, Duport Midstream targets fuel supply for the North-Central belt and Edo hinterlands.
Aiteo Group · Imo State
Aiteo Eastern Modular Refinery
Location
Santa Barbara, Oguta LGA
State
Aiteo Group, an upstream operator in OML 29, built this modular refinery to process crude produced from its oil blocks, reducing crude export and adding local value.
Opac Refineries Ltd · Delta State
Opac Modular Refinery
Location
Kwale, Ndokwa West LGA
State
One of the earlier modular refineries to receive a licence and begin operations in Nigeria, located in Delta State's oil-producing Ndokwa area.
EAP Petroleum · Imo State
EAP Oguta Modular Refinery
Location
Oguta LGA
State
Located in Imo State's Oguta LGA, this modular refinery is part of the growing cluster of small-scale refining operations in the South-East.
TUKP Nigeria Ltd · Rivers State
TUKP Modular Refinery (Tonye Cole)
Location
Rumuji, Emohua LGA
State
Located in Rivers State, TUKP is among the modular refineries that received approval under NUPRC's push to grow Nigeria's domestic refining capacity.
📍 List of Refineries in Nigeria and Their Locations by State
| State | Refinery | Type | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta State | WRPC | Government | 125,000 bpd | 🟡 Rehabilitation |
| Azikel Refinery | Private | 3,000 bpd | 🟢 Operational | |
| Opac Refinery | Modular | 1,000 bpd | 🟢 Operational | |
| Edo State | Edo Refinery | Private | 3,000 bpd | 🟢 Operational |
| Duport Refinery | Modular | 2,500 bpd | 🟢 Operational | |
| Imo State | Walter Smith Refinery | Private | 1,000 bpd | 🟢 Operational |
| Aiteo Refinery | Modular | 8,000 bpd | 🟢 Operational | |
| EAP Refinery | Modular | 1,000 bpd | 🟢 Operational | |
| Kaduna State | KRPC | Government | 110,000 bpd | 🟡 Rehabilitation |
| Lagos State | Dangote Refinery | Private | 650,000 bpd | 🟢 Operational |
| BUA Modular Refinery | Modular | 11,000 bpd (Phase 1) | 🟢 Operational | |
| Rivers State | PHRC Old | Government | 60,000 bpd | 🟡 Rehabilitation |
| PHRC New | Government | 150,000 bpd | 🟡 Rehabilitation | |
| NDPR Refinery | Private | 1,000 bpd | 🟢 Operational | |
| TUKP Refinery | Modular | 2,000 bpd | 🟢 Operational |
🔮 Upcoming / Planned Refineries in Nigeria
3 Projects🔵
Bua Group Refinery Phase 2 (Expansion)
📍 Lagos · 👤 BUA Group · ⚡ 200,000 bpd (planned) · Under Development
BUA Group has announced plans for a major greenfield refinery to complement its existing modular operations.
🔵
OGPPRC (Oil & Gas Park) Modular Hub
📍 Eket, Akwa Ibom · 👤 Akwa Ibom State Government · ⚡ 5,000 bpd (Phase 1) · Under Construction
State government-backed modular refining park aimed at processing crude from Akwa Ibom's oil-rich offshore blocks.
🔵
Kogi Modular Refinery
📍 Ajaokuta, Kogi State · 👤 Private Consortium · ⚡ 1,000 bpd · Planned
Proposed refinery targeting North-Central Nigeria's fuel supply, to be sited near Ajaokuta Industrial Complex.
⚖️ Nigeria vs World Refining Capacity
| Country / Refinery | Capacity (bpd) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Dangote Refinery (Nigeria) | 650,000 | World's largest single-train refinery |
| Motiva Port Arthur (USA, Texas) | 630,000 | Largest in the United States |
| Reliance Jamnagar Complex (India) | 1,240,000 | Largest globally — but two combined refineries |
| PHRC Old + New (Nigeria, NNPC) | 210,000 | Under rehabilitation |
| WRPC Warri (Nigeria, NNPC) | 125,000 | Under rehabilitation |
| KRPC Kaduna (Nigeria, NNPC) | 110,000 | Under rehabilitation |
| Nigeria Total (all refineries) | 1,128,500 | Design capacity — actual varies |
| Total US Refining Capacity | ~18,000,000 | ~130 refineries in USA (Texas leads) |
| World Total Capacity | ~100,000,000 | ~700–750 refineries worldwide |
💼 Dangote Refinery Jobs
How to Apply for Dangote Refinery Recruitment 2026
Dangote Petroleum Refinery employs across engineering, operations, safety, finance, IT and logistics. Most technical roles require BSc/HND in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. The refinery also recruits for non-technical roles in HR, procurement, accounting and administration.
✅ Chemical Engineers
✅ Process Operators
✅ Instrument Technicians
✅ HSE Officers
✅ Accountants / Finance
✅ IT & Systems Analysts
✅ Logistics & Supply Chain
✅ HR & Administration
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Refineries in Nigeria
Nigeria has 15 refineries as of 2026: 4 government-owned NNPC refineries (Port Harcourt Old and New, Warri and Kaduna), 5 private refineries (including Dangote Refinery), and at least 6 operational modular refineries. The 4 NNPC refineries are currently undergoing rehabilitation, while Dangote Refinery and several private/modular refineries are operational.
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is located in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State, specifically within the Lekki Free Trade Zone on the Atlantic coastline. The exact address is Lekki Free Zone, Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, Lagos State, Nigeria. It is approximately 60km east of Lagos Island along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Dangote Refinery is located in Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area of Lagos State, within the Lekki Free Trade Zone. It sits on 2,635 hectares of Atlantic coastland, approximately 60km from Lagos Island and about 50km from Victoria Island. The refinery is accessible via the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery cost approximately $19 billion to construct, making it the most expensive single private investment in Africa's history. At full operational value, analysts estimate the refinery's asset value at $25–30 billion. The project was self-financed by Dangote Industries with debt financing from a consortium of international and Nigerian banks.
The Dangote Refinery is the largest single-train petroleum refinery in the world with a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day (bpd). 'Single-train' means the entire 650,000 bpd capacity is processed through one integrated refinery unit, as opposed to complexes that combine multiple separate refineries. However, the Jamnagar Refinery in India operated by Reliance Industries has a total combined capacity of 1.24 million bpd across two complexes, making it larger in total throughput. Dangote is the largest as a single integrated refinery unit.
The government refineries in Nigeria are owned by NNPC Limited and include: (1) Port Harcourt Refining Company Old Refinery — 60,000 bpd, Rivers State, built 1965. (2) Port Harcourt Refining Company New Refinery — 150,000 bpd, Rivers State, built 1989. (3) Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company — 125,000 bpd, Delta State, built 1978. (4) Kaduna Refining and Petrochemical Company — 110,000 bpd, Kaduna State, built 1980. All four are currently undergoing rehabilitation under the NNPCL Turn-Around Maintenance programme.
A modular refinery is a small-scale, prefabricated refinery designed to process between 1,000 and 30,000 barrels of crude oil per day. Unlike conventional refineries that take 5–10 years to build, modular refineries can be assembled and commissioned within 18–24 months. Nigeria's Federal Government encouraged modular refinery development from 2017 under the Nigerian Content policy to grow domestic refining capacity, especially in oil-producing communities. As of 2026, Nigeria has at least 6 operational modular refineries.
To apply for a job at Dangote Petroleum Refinery, visit the Dangote Group careers portal at careers.dangote.com. The refinery employs across engineering (chemical, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation), operations (process operators, shift supervisors), safety, logistics, IT and corporate functions. Most roles require a BSc or HND in a relevant discipline. NYSC discharge certificate is required for Nigerian graduates. You can also follow Dangote Group's official LinkedIn page where vacancies are regularly posted.
Texas has approximately 31 petroleum refineries as of 2026, with a combined capacity of over 5 million barrels per day — making it the US state with the highest refining capacity. Major Texas refineries include the ExxonMobil Baytown Refinery (560,500 bpd), Motiva Port Arthur Refinery (630,000 bpd — the largest in the US), and Valero Texas City Refinery. The US as a whole has approximately 130 operating petroleum refineries.
There are approximately 700–750 operational petroleum refineries in the world as of 2026, with a combined capacity of approximately 100 million barrels per day. The United States has the most refineries (around 130), followed by China, Russia and India. Africa has relatively few large-scale refineries relative to its oil production, which is why the Dangote Refinery's 650,000 bpd capacity is transformative for the continent.
Rivers State has the most refineries in Nigeria — it hosts 2 of the 4 NNPC government refineries (PHRC Old and New in Eleme/Port Harcourt), plus several modular refineries in Imo and Rivers communities. Delta State follows with the Warri NNPC refinery plus several modular and private refineries. Lagos State hosts the flagship Dangote Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki.
Nigeria's government refineries were built by different contractors: PHRC Old (1965) was built by an Italian consortium. PHRC New (1989) was constructed by a Japanese-Italian consortium. WRPC Warri (1978) was built by a French-Italian consortium. KRPC Kaduna (1980) was built by an Italian-Japanese consortium. The Dangote Refinery was built primarily by contractors sourced by Dangote Group, with significant involvement of Chinese construction companies including Sinopec Engineering, working alongside European and Indian technology providers.
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