Global energy giant Vitol has reaffirmed its commitment to Nigeria’s economy, expressing interest in deepening partnerships across operations, financing, trading, and government collaboration.
“We remain fully committed to Nigeria and are looking forward to growing with it,” said Dellapina, a company representative.
Vitol’s spokesman, Murtala Baloni, highlighted the firm’s long-standing engagement with local stakeholders. “We support the government’s initiatives where we can, including investing capital where it is most needed,” he said.
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He spotlighted Vitol’s role in Project Gazelle, where it provided $300 million to NNPC Limited during the COVID-19 pandemic—helping to sustain national energy operations at a critical time.
Also present at the strategic meeting was Thomas de Montulé, Vitol’s Country Manager, underscoring the company’s serious focus on Nigeria’s long-term energy vision.
For small business stakeholders, Vitol’s growing investment signals rising confidence in Nigeria’s economy and potential opportunities within the energy value chain.


