Tinubu celebrates revival of Port Harcourt refinery, directs reactivation of Warri, Kaduna refineries

Stanley Ihedigbo

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on the successful revitalization of the Port Harcourt refinery.

The refinery, which has been revamped, officially commenced petroleum product loading on November 26, 2024.

According to the  Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), Bayo Onanuga, the President acknowledged the crucial role played by former President Muhammadu Buhari in initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of Nigeria’s refineries.

He also expressed gratitude to the African Export-Import Bank for financing the project.

President Tinubu commended the leadership of NNPC Limited’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mele Kyari, for his dedication and commitment to overcoming challenges and achieving this milestone.

With the Port Harcourt refinery now operational, President Tinubu has directed NNPC Limited to expedite the reactivation of the Warri and Kaduna refineries.

This move is expected to significantly enhance domestic production capacity and make Nigeria a major energy hub.

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 from the administration.

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.

Highlighting the values of patience, integrity, and accountability in the rebuilding of the nation’s infrastructure, President Tinubu calls upon individuals, institutions, and citizens entrusted with responsibilities to maintain focus and uphold trust in their service to the nation.

In alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda focused on shared economic prosperity for all, the President reaffirms his administration’s commitment to achieving energy sufficiency, enhancing energy security, and boosting export capacity for Nigeria.