The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has provided an update on the status of the state-owned refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna, which have been shut down for technical reviews since May 2025.
Bayo Ojulari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, announced via his X account on Wednesday that the company’s next phase involves the selection of technical partners and finalizing the necessary agreements for the refineries’ repair or upgrade.
Mr. Ojulari expressed strong optimism about the future operational effectiveness of the refineries, stating that the company is dedicated to a detailed review and eager to implement its findings.
“We are filled with determination! We are looking ahead with optimism to ensure our refineries operate effectively. We are dedicating significant time to a detailed review and are eager to implement our insights.
“What fuels our drive is the understanding that the prosperity of the Nigerian states and the future success of Nigeria will always take precedence over any individual interests.
“This very commitment inspires us as we anticipate creating sustainable solutions for our refineries in the near future,” he wrote on X.
