The President, Bola Tinubu has praised the leadership of Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), on the successful revitalization of the Port Harcourt refinery, marked by the official commencement of petroleum product loading on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
He also commended the Chief Executive Officer, Mr Mele Kyari, whose unwavering dedication and commitment were instrumental in overcoming challenges to achieve this milestone.
In a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu urged NNPC Limited to expedite the scheduled reactivation of both the second Port Harcourt refinery and the Warri and Kaduna refineries.
“These efforts will significantly enhance domestic production capacity alongside the contributions of privately-owned refineries and make our country a major energy hub, with the gas sector also enjoying unprecedented attention by the administration.
“In alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda focused on shared economic prosperity for all, the President reaffirms history 6administration’s commitment to achieving energy sufficiency, enhancing energy security, and boosting export capacity for Nigeria.” part of the statement reads.
According to the statement, the President underscores 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 cannot refine its resources for domestic consumption.
He acknowledged the pivotal role of former President Muhammadu Buhari in initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of all our refineries and expressed gratitude to the African Export-Import Bank for its confidence in financing this critical project.
