- Directs Prompt Reactivation Of Warri and Kaduna Refineries
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the 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 November 26, 2024.
The President, in a statement released moments ago, acknowledged the pivotal role of former President Muhammadu Buhari in initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of Nigeria’s refineries and expressed his gratitude to the African Export-Import Bank for its confidence in financing such a critical project.
The President also 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.
With the successful revival of the Port Harcourt refinery, President Tinubu further 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”, says President Tinubu.
The reactivation of the refinery underscores the determination of President Tinubu’s administration 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 own resources for domestic consumption.
Highlighting the values of patience, integrity, and accountability in the rebuilding of the nation’s infrastructure, President Tinubu further made a call for individuals, institutions, and citizens entrusted with responsibilities to maintain focus and uphold trust in their service to the nation.
Concluding the statement, the President noted the alignment of the Renewed Hope Agenda focused on shared economic prosperity for all, and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to achieving energy sufficiency, enhancing energy security, and boosting export capacity for Nigeria.
