The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reported that the Dangote Refinery imported $3.74 billion worth of crude oil in 2025.

According to the CBN, the refinery’s import activities reflect the scale of operations at what is Africa’s largest single‑site refinery, highlighting the significant role it plays in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. The report indicates that while the refinery processes substantial volumes of crude domestically, it still relies on imports to meet production demands.

Economists say the figures underscore the refinery’s contribution to industrial growth, employment, and domestic fuel supply, while also pointing to the importance of strategic crude sourcing to sustain operations.

The CBN data also offers insight into foreign exchange flows in the petroleum sector, given the high value of crude imports and their potential impact on Nigeria’s balance of payments.

Analysts note that the Dangote Refinery remains central to Nigeria’s efforts to reduce fuel imports and strengthen local refining capacity, but substantial investment in infrastructure and supply chain management continues to be critical.