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Billionaire businessman and Chairman of Geregu Power PLC, Mr. Femi Otedola, has hailed his friend and President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, for rolling out petroleum product from his refinery.

Otedola said by building the 650,000 barrel per day refinery, Dangote has liberated Nigeria from the chain of economic dependence.

In a post on his verified handle, Otedola recalled that the journey started 25 years ago.

He also hailed President Bola Tinubu for his “his unwavering support and belief in actualizing this monumental achievement under his administration.”

Otedola said, “This day belongs to every Nigerian who has dared to dream of a better future. Congratulations to our great nation—today, we all stand a little taller.

“Aliko, it feels like just yesterday, but it has been 25 long years since we first set our sights on transforming Nigeria’s energy landscape. I remember vividly when we set up the Blue Star Consortium to acquire stakes in the Kaduna and Port Harcourt refineries—20% for me and 51% for you.

“We were ready to change the game, but fate had other plans. The government of the day, in an act I can only describe as utterly obnoxious, canceled our stakes and thwarted our vision.

“But, as always, you refused to be deterred. You never gave up on the dream we shared. You carried the torch forward, igniting a spark that has today become a roaring flame. And now, 25 years later, here we stand on the precipice of history, with the first fuel shipment from the Dangote Refinery—a feat that is nothing short of miraculous.

“While the Kaduna and Port Harcourt refineries have remained dormant, their promise unfulfilled despite billions of dollars spent on so-called turn-around maintenance, you have achieved what many said was impossible. You have beaten all the skeptics, silenced the naysayers, and proved wrong those who doubted your resolve, even those who never wanted this project to succeed.

“You have not just built a refinery; you have liberated us from the chains of economic dependence that have held this nation back for far too long. The days of bowing to foreign powers for our fuel needs are over, thanks to your vision and determination.

“You have dealt a death blow to the so-called local cabals who have fattened themselves for years, feeding off our nation’s economic slavery. These cabals, who have grown rich by keeping Nigeria in a perpetual state of dependence, must now face the reality that their era of easy gains is coming to an end. I am reminded of the time you revolutionized the cement industry in Nigeria.

“Ships that once brought in cement turned into rusting relics, scraps of a bygone era. Now, with your refinery in full swing, I foresee a similar fate for fuel imports. The depot owners should take heed—it’s time to dismantle those depots and sell them as scraps while the market is still high. The world has changed, and those who do not adapt will be left behind.

“When I ventured into the depot business with Zenon, it was in response to the inefficiencies of the NNPC. Zenon pioneered the diesel business in Nigeria and quickly became the largest in the country, filling the gaps left by our inefficient system. But today, your refinery stands as a beacon of what is possible when one has the audacity to dream and the tenacity to see it through.

“Aliko, you have my deepest admiration and respect. Congratulations to you and the entire board, management and staff of Dangote Refinery on this monumental achievement. This is not just a victory for you but for every Nigerian who dares to dream. May this be just the beginning of even greater things to come.”

treesun:
Billionaire businessman and Chairman of Geregu Power PLC, Mr. Femi Otedola, has hailed his friend and President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, for rolling out petroleum product from his refinery.

“You have dealt a death blow to the so-called local cabals who have fattened themselves for years, feeding off our nation’s economic slavery. These cabals, who have grown rich by keeping Nigeria in a perpetual state of dependence, must now face the reality that their era of easy gains is coming to an end.

Front0lane:
You people should lay the blame where it rightly is obidient ipob n Igbo where against the project claiming it won't start production till 3030. We can argue not all Igbo were involved but still the only tribe against Dangote refinery remains only the Igbos.

Iridma:
Those who was fighting this project didn't mean well for this Country

Zionmdde:
Let's hope so oo

If things don't change and dollar doesn't crash with this development

Nigeria is officially irredeemable and finished.

This is the only hopes we have left ooo.

Front0lane:
Hating obidient ipob is that you ?

Laggafin:
Iis they any nomenclature in Ur agbado brain than this

Front0lane:
You need a rope urgently or simply ask the vampire blood sucking witch Amaka to give some poison she intend using on Yoruba n Edo children. You are a waste to your household n to human existence in general.

Front0lane:
But you were part of those that claim the refinery won't work till 6060 so what changed ?!

treesun:
Billionaire businessman and Chairman of Geregu Power PLC, Mr. Femi Otedola, has hailed his friend and President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, for rolling out petroleum product from his refinery.

Otedola said by building the 650,000 barrel per day refinery, Dangote has liberated Nigeria from the chain of economic dependence.



In a post on his verified X handle, Otedola recalled that the journey started 25 years ago.

He also hailed President Bola Tinubu for his “his unwavering support and belief in actualizing this monumental achievement under his administration.”

Otedola said, “This day belongs to every Nigerian who has dared to dream of a better future. Congratulations to our great nation—today, we all stand a little taller.

“Aliko, it feels like just yesterday, but it has been 25 long years since we first set our sights on transforming Nigeria’s energy landscape. I remember vividly when we set up the Blue Star Consortium to acquire stakes in the Kaduna and Port Harcourt refineries—20% for me and 51% for you.

“We were ready to change the game, but fate had other plans. The government of the day, in an act I can only describe as utterly obnoxious, canceled our stakes and thwarted our vision.

“But, as always, you refused to be deterred. You never gave up on the dream we shared. You carried the torch forward, igniting a spark that has today become a roaring flame. And now, 25 years later, here we stand on the precipice of history, with the first fuel shipment from the Dangote Refinery—a feat that is nothing short of miraculous.


“While the Kaduna and Port Harcourt refineries have remained dormant, their promise unfulfilled despite billions of dollars spent on so-called turn-around maintenance, you have achieved what many said was impossible. You have beaten all the skeptics, silenced the naysayers, and proved wrong those who doubted your resolve, even those who never wanted this project to succeed.

“You have not just built a refinery; you have liberated us from the chains of economic dependence that have held this nation back for far too long. The days of bowing to foreign powers for our fuel needs are over, thanks to your vision and determination.

“You have dealt a death blow to the so-called local cabals who have fattened themselves for years, feeding off our nation’s economic slavery. These cabals, who have grown rich by keeping Nigeria in a perpetual state of dependence, must now face the reality that their era of easy gains is coming to an end. I am reminded of the time you revolutionized the cement industry in Nigeria.


“Ships that once brought in cement turned into rusting relics, scraps of a bygone era. Now, with your refinery in full swing, I foresee a similar fate for fuel imports. The depot owners should take heed—it’s time to dismantle those depots and sell them as scraps while the market is still high. The world has changed, and those who do not adapt will be left behind.

“When I ventured into the depot business with Zenon, it was in response to the inefficiencies of the NNPC. Zenon pioneered the diesel business in Nigeria and quickly became the largest in the country, filling the gaps left by our inefficient system. But today, your refinery stands as a beacon of what is possible when one has the audacity to dream and the tenacity to see it through.


“Aliko, you have my deepest admiration and respect. Congratulations to you and the entire board, management and staff of Dangote Refinery on this monumental achievement. This is not just a victory for you but for every Nigerian who dares to dream. May this be just the beginning of even greater things to come.”


https://dailytrust.com/dangote-petrol-days-of-bowing-to-foreign-powers-over-otedola/

Melagros:
COMRADES, there's one thing Otedola doesn't know, Tinubu himself is not happy with this latest development, is just he can't express it publicly because of public condemnations

Melagros:
COMRADES, there's one thing Otedola doesn't know, Tinubu himself is not happy with this latest development, is just that he can't express it publicly because of public condemnations