Dangote refinery appoints former Shell executive as CEO to lead expansion drive
David Bird, former Shell executive, has been appointed CEO of Dangote's Refinery and Petrochemical division.
Bird's appointment aims to drive Dangote's pan-African growth strategy and optimize production at its $20 billion refinery complex.
Dangote plans to allow Nigerian ownership in its refinery operations and list shares on local and international exchanges.
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