Abuja, Nov. 26, 2024 – President Bola Tinubu has directed the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to expedite action on the reactivation of the second Port Harcourt refinery as well as the Warri and Kaduna refineries;
He gave the directive on Tuesday while extending his congratulations to the NNPCL) on the successful revitalisation of the Port Harcourt refinery,
In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President acknowledged the pivotal role of former President Muhammadu Buhari in initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of all the refineries and expressed gratitude to the African Export-Import Bank for its confidence in financing this critical project.
Tinubu commended the leadership of NNPC Limited’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mele Kyari, whose unwavering dedication and commitment were instrumental in overcoming challenges to achieve this milestone.
He said these efforts will significantly enhance domestic production capacity alongside the contributions of privately-owned refineries.
Tinubu added that this will also make the country a major energy hub, with the gas sector also enjoying unprecedented attention by the administration.
He emphasized his administration’s determination to repair the nation’s refineries, aiming to eradicate the disheartening perception of Nigeria as a major crude oil producer that lacks the ability to refine its resources for domestic consumption.
Tinubu called on individuals, institutions, and citizens entrusted with responsibilities to maintain focus and uphold trust in their service to the nation. (GBN)
