Presidency Confirms Commencement Of Port Harcourt Refinery Operations

The Presidency has announced the commencement of operations at the Port Harcourt Refinery, with about 200 trucks ready to load petroleum products from the government-owned facility.

A presidential spokesperson, Sunday Dare, disclosed the development on Tuesday via his official X handle, describing it as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s energy sector.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) had earlier confirmed the refinery’s commencement of crude oil processing.

In a statement released on Tuesday by NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, he noted, “A Historic Milestone: Port Harcourt Refinery Begins Operations.

“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.

“Hearty congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the NNPC Board, and the exceptional leadership of GCEO Mele Kyari for their unwavering commitment to this transformative project. Together, we are reshaping Nigeria’s energy future!”

Reacting to NNPCL’s announcement, Dare said, “200 trucks are expected to load products daily from the refinery, Renewing the Hopes of Nigeria.

“The Port Harcourt refinery has two wings.

“The Old Refinery comes on stream today with an installed production capacity of 60, 000 barrels per day of crude oil.”