In a sector where one extra truck can spark unease, news of Dangote’s 4,000 compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles raised eyebrows. Yet contrary to fears of a transport takeover, Nigeria’s petroleum tanker owners have struck a calm note, there’s enough fuel to move, and enough roads for all. The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) sees not a threat, but an opportunity.
Rather than fuelling rivalry, Dangote’s CNG trucks may drive a new era of cleaner collaboration in Nigeria’s petroleum logistics space.
- Dangote Group is rolling out 4,000 CNG-powered trucks to distribute petrol and diesel nationwide.
- Over 100 CNG refuelling sites will support the cleaner, fuel-efficient logistics network.
- National tanker owners’ associations say the market can absorb the fleet without job losses.
- Existing operators see room for partnership and industry-wide benefits.
- Initiative aligns with Nigeria’s shift towards more sustainable energy systems.
