Tinubu Orders Prompt Reactivation of Warri, Kaduna Refineries

This directive was given by President Bola Tinubu via a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser of Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga.

Mr Tinubu issued this order in reaction to the commencement of crude oil processing by the Port Harcourt refinery in Rivers State yesterday.

The facility began official loading of petroleum products, including the premium motor spirit (PMS), otherwise known as petrol, yesterday after gulping about $1.5 billion for rehabilitation.

This process started in 2021 under the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari, who his successor praised for “initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of all our refineries.”

In the statement yesterday, the President noted that the reactivation of the remaining refineries would “significantly enhance domestic production capacity alongside the contributions of privately-owned refineries and make our country a major energy hub, with the gas sector also enjoying unprecedented attention by the administration.”

He affirmed his “administration’s determination to repair the nation’s refineries, aiming to eradicate the disheartening perception of Nigeria as a major crude oil producer that lacks the ability to refine its own resources for domestic consumption.”

Highlighting the values of patience, integrity, and accountability in the rebuilding of the nation’s infrastructure, President Tinubu called upon individuals, institutions, and citizens entrusted with responsibilities to maintain focus and uphold trust in their service to the nation.

“In alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda focused on shared economic prosperity for all, the President reaffirms his administration’s commitment to achieving energy sufficiency, enhancing energy security, and boosting export capacity for Nigeria,” the statement said.

Mr Tinubu used the opportunity to laud the NNPC under the leadership of Mr Mele Kyari for his “unwavering dedication and commitment” in overcoming challenges to achieve this milestone.