Tinubu directs prompt reactivation of Warri, Kaduna refineries as Port Harcourt comes alive

President Bola Tinubu has directed the prompt reactivation of the Warri Refinery and Petrochemicals Company Limited and Kaduna Refinery and Petrochemicals Company Limited as the Port Harcourt Petrochemicals and Company Limited came alive on Tue

The order was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

According to the statement, President Tinubu extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited on the successful revitalisation of the Port Harcourt refinery, marked by the official commencement of petroleum product loading on November 26, 2024.

Onanuga said: “The President acknowledges the pivotal role of former President Muhammadu Buhari in initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of all our refineries and expresses gratitude to the African Export-Import Bank for its confidence in financing this critical project.

“Furthermore, President Tinubu commends 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.