NNPC announces date for Port Harcourt Refinery to finally resume operations.

The Port Harcourt Oil Refinery, after undergoing rehabilitation, is set to begin operations in just two weeks. Mele Kyari, the Group’s Chief Executive Officer, shared this news during an interactive session with the Senate. He also mentioned that repair works at the Kaduna and Warri refineries are almost finished, with Kaduna expected to start operations in December.

According to Kyari, “We will ensure that the promises we made about rehabilitating these refineries are kept.” He confirmed that mechanical work on the Port Harcourt refinery was completed in December, with crude oil already stocked and undergoing regulatory tests before restarting operations.

Kyari emphasized the importance of cooperation from all stakeholders in this rehabilitation process, underscoring their dedication to serving the country diligently. Meanwhile, the Senate dismissed reports of fraud in the refinery maintenance.

This development comes after Nigeria approved $1.5 billion for the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt refinery,

This development comes after Nigeria approved $1.5 billion for the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt refinery, which has been a significant step considering Nigeria’s reliance on petroleum imports despite being Africa’s top oil producer.

The rehabilitation process is planned in three phases, aiming to reach 90% production capacity within 18 months for the Port Harcourt refinery. Built in 1965, it is Nigeria’s oldest refinery, symbolizing the country’s oil industry’s early days. Refineries in Warri and Kaduna followed shortly after, with an expansion in Port Harcourt in 1989.

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