Africa’s largest refinery is reportedly grappling with operational challenges as crude oil inflows drop sharply in September 2025. New challenges emerge at Dangote Refinery as its petrol-producing unit goes offline. Credit: Bloomberg/ContributorSource: Getty ImagesCrude oil shortage hits Dangote RefineryAlso, the facility’s petrol-producing unit and residual fluid catalytic cracker (RFCC) have allegedly broken down. Labour unions reportedly grounded activities at Dangote Refinery, leading to high fuel prices. Dangote Refinery dumps dollar salesLegit.ng earlier reported that Dangote Refinery suspended plans to sell petrol in dollars just a day after halting sales in naira.