By Francesca Hangeior
THE Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has concluded plans to commence the lifting of petroleum products from Port Harcourt Refinery.
The lifting, which will commence today, Tuesday, November 26, 2024, follows the commencement of operations after many months of rehabilitation.
In a message posted at its X (Twitter) handle, the company, stated: “NNPC Ltd delivers Port Harcourt Refinery, as the plant begins truckout of products today, Tuesday 26th November 2024 at 1.43 pm.”
Also, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, Olufemi Sonoye, who confirmed the development, said: “Today marks a monumental achievement for Nigeria as the Port Harcourt Refinery officially commences crude oil processing. This groundbreaking milestone signifies a new era of energy independence and economic growth for our nation.”
Recently, the Group Chief Executive Officer, NNPCL, Mele Kyari, said: “We are aware of our nation’s challenges in fuel supply. But we are not here to give excuses.
“We are focused on delivering this rehabilitation project, our two other refineries, and all other investments towards revamping the nation’s refining capacity. We are hopeful that in 2024, this country will be a net exporter of petroleum products.”
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