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All You Need To Know About The Revived Warri Refinery
The Warri Refining and Petrochemicals Company, located in Delta State, has officially resumed operations following extensive rehabilitation efforts.
The refinery, which is managed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), restarted its Area I Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) at 12:25 pm on Saturday, December 28, 2024, marking a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s energy sector.
This development was announced by O’tega Ogra, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on New Media. Ogra commended NNPCL’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, for his leadership and determination in reviving the refinery. He noted that the rehabilitation of the Warri Refinery aligns with President Tinubu’s commitment to achieving energy self-sufficiency as part of his Renewed Hope Agenda.
Operating at 60% capacity, the Warri Refinery is already contributing significantly to Nigeria’s petroleum product supply chain. Its daily production currently includes:
Straight Run Kerosene (SRK): 1.8 million liters daily, equivalent to 40 tanker trucks.
Automotive Gas Oil (AGO): 3.1 million liters daily, equivalent to 70 tanker trucks.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG): 166,000 liters daily.
Low Pour Fuel Oil, Heavy Naphtha, and Light Naphtha.
The refinery has a capacity to process 125,000 barrels of crude oil per day, and its resumption is expected to significantly reduce Nigeria’s reliance on imported fuel. It also positions the country to meet domestic demand for critical petroleum products while boosting the economy.
The resumption of operations at the Warri Refinery is a major step toward achieving energy security in Nigeria. With an increased supply of refined petroleum products, the country is better equipped to stabilize fuel prices and reduce the pressure on foreign exchange caused by fuel imports.
The refinery is also expected to contribute to local availability of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, as well as other essential products like kerosene and diesel. This will enhance the availability of energy resources for industrial, commercial, and domestic use, driving economic growth across the country.
President Tinubu has prioritized the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s refineries as part of his administration’s agenda to restore the country’s refining capacity. Under his directive, efforts have been accelerated to revive the Warri, Port Harcourt, and Kaduna refineries while complementing the output of privately-owned refineries, such as the Dangote Refinery.
Ogra noted that this approach reflects the administration’s focus on making Nigeria a major energy hub, ensuring energy sufficiency, security, and export capability for petroleum products.
Ogra praised the leadership of Mele Kyari and the NNPCL team for overcoming challenges to restore operations at the Warri Refinery. He also commended the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) for its effective oversight, ensuring that the rehabilitation process adhered to global standards.
“The Warri Refinery is now back in action, producing critical petroleum products, and demonstrating Nigeria’s capacity to refine its resources,” Ogra said.
With the successful restart of the Warri Refinery, efforts are underway to scale up its operational capacity to 100%. Additionally, the federal government is focused on expediting the rehabilitation of the second Port Harcourt Refinery and the Kaduna Refinery, ensuring that all state-owned refineries are fully functional.
The Warri Refinery’s resumption underscores the Tinubu administration’s commitment to rebuilding critical national infrastructure. By leveraging both public and private sector collaboration, the government aims to transform Nigeria into a self-sufficient energy producer, reducing reliance on imports and strengthening the nation’s economic foundation.
This milestone marks a new era for Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector, restoring public confidence and laying the groundwork for sustainable growth in the years to come.
In a move to foster skills acquisition and promote economic empowerment, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Education Secretariat through the Department of Mass Education has flagged off a one-week free holiday vocational and entrepreneurship training program.
The program is a collaborative initiative of the FCT Department of Mass Education, The Potter’s Wheel Foundation, and the Nigerian Non-Governmental Association for Literacy Support Services (NOGALSS).
Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the FCT Mandate Secretary for Education, Dr. Danlami Hayyo emphasized the Importance of skills acquisition and entrepreneurship in today’s world describing it as imperative to be self reliant , empowered and resourceful.
He highlighted the Wike- led FCT Administration’s commitment to championing the Renewed Hope Agenda adding that the initiative is a critical strategy for reducing unemployment and building resilience among Abuja residents through practical skill acquisition and entrepreneurship training.
He commended the Department on the synergy between the government and non-governmental organizations noting that it will further empower the people of the FCT with skills and knowledge that lead to viable income-generating opportunities.
He urged the participants to fully utilize the opportunity, network actively and apply themselves diligently to the various training sessions.
In her welcome address,Dr. Favour Edem -Nse,the Director, FCT Department of Mass Education said,the training aligns with Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs) and contributes significantly to reducing the number of out- of- school children, unskilled youths and unemployed women in the Federal Capital Territory.
She added that, the Department goal is not just to train but to guide participants towards becoming self – sufficient and successful entrepreneurs .
She noted that the one week free training program is a manifestation of the Department ‘s broader vision of literacy and lifelong learning.
She revealed that the Department in collaboration with The Potter’s Wheel Foundation and the Nigerian Non- Governmental Association for Literacy Support Services( NOGALSS) will train them hands on session in production of laundry soap,bleach , liquid soap, toilet and car wash , disinfectant,air freshener,snack among others as well as key entrepreneurship modules on Bookkeeping and financial management, marketing and branding with social media management.
She expressed her gratitude to the Mandate Secretary for Education and the Management for the massive support of the life changing opportunity program targeted at women,youths, children and other community residents to equip them with tools for economic self reliance .
The well attended program which drew partner organizations, staff of the Department of Mass Education and enthusiastic participants will run throughout the week with facilitators providing continued support beyond the training period.
A 28-year-old electrician, whose name has not been revealed, has been electrocuted in Oyo State at Eruwa in Ibarapa East of Oyo State.
The victim was electrocuted at the Odo Babaode area of the town.
The man was electrocuted on a high-tension cable belonging to the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC).
The incident occurred when the victim was trying to rectify an electrical fault on the active power lines without being shut down from the feeder.
The General Manager of Oyo State Fire Service, Mr Yemi Akinyinka, who confirmed the development, said a distress call was received by the agency Wednesday afternoon.
He said, “The distressed call was reported at 15:29hrs on Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025.
“The fire personnel led by PFS1 Peluola Babatunde quickly followed the caller and on arrival at the place, we met the victim already electrocuted, and all necessary precautionary measures were observed so as to safeguard the citizens within the vicinity.
“The man was recovered and handed over to a team of police from Eruwa police Station. The incident occurred when the victim (electrician) was trying to rectify an electrical fault on the active power lines without shutting down the feeder.”
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