Dangote plans to raise funds through an initial public offering for its refinery. The target amount is $1.5 billion, according to sources.

Further information on this development is available from CNBC Africa. Details about the refinery and the IPO process have not been specified in the available information.

The source reports that Dangote is moving forward with plans to raise the $1.5 billion, but additional details are not provided. Readers can refer to CNBC Africa for more information on this story.