Devakumar V. G. Edwin, the Vice President (Oil and Gas) of Dangote Industries Limited, has been honored with the prestigious 'Person of the Year' award at the 9th Annual Daily Asset Newspaper Awards and Lecture.
The award recognizes Edwin’s pivotal role in the success of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals (DPRP)—the world’s largest single-train refinery. Under his stewardship, the refinery has shifted Nigeria toward energy self-sufficiency, reduced dependence on imports, and acted as a catalyst for economic growth.
Key Highlights from the Ceremony:
A "Game-Changer": The organizers described Edwin as the "backbone" of the refinery project, praising his commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s domestic refining capacity and energy security.
* Beyond Business: The award also celebrated his excellence in corporate communication and transparent stakeholder engagement, which has helped shape the public's understanding of the refinery’s strategic importance to Africa.
* Distinguished Company: Edwin joins a list of high-profile 2026 honorees, including several state governors (Enugu, Edo, and Adamawa) and the Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service.
* Dangote Group’s Response: Represented by Alhaji Abatcha Bishara, the Group reaffirmed its commitment to supporting national development and thanked the media for its role in responsible journalism.
This recognition highlights the massive impact of the Dangote Refinery on the African energy landscape and cements Devakumar Edwin’s reputation as one of the continent’s most influential corporate leaders.
Source: THISDAYLIVE
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