The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has praised the Federal Government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) for the successful operation of the revamped Port Harcourt Refinery, which has now run continuously for 180 days since its relaunch in November 2024.
The refinery, which had been dormant for over two decades, was rehabilitated with a loan from Afreximbank, and the project was executed by Tecnimont Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of the Maire Tecnimont Group.
PETROAN expressed its satisfaction with the rehabilitation, highlighting the remarkable achievement of the refinery running non-stop for six months, as a testament to the success of the project.
In a statement issued by its Publicity Secretary, Joseph Obele, PETROAN also commended Tecnimont Nigeria Limited for its professionalism and expertise in delivering the world-class rehabilitation project, which has revitalised a key national asset.
The association further extended appreciation to the host communities for their cooperation and support during the rehabilitation process.
“The refinery, which was commissioned in October 2024, has been running continuously for 180 days, up to March, a remarkable feat that underscores the effectiveness of the rehabilitation project,” PETROAN stated.
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The association also noted that its members are currently loading diesel and kerosene from the refinery, while NNPCL retail marketers are loading Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), ensuring a steady supply of petroleum products across the country.
The revitalised refinery has not only contributed to eliminating the circulation of fake kerosene and diesel in the market, but has also boosted local production, reducing the dependency on imported petroleum products.
PETROAN also praised the managing director of the Port Harcourt Refining Company, Ibrahim Onoja, for his leadership and dedication to the successful rehabilitation and operation of the refinery.
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) was also recognised for its oversight role, ensuring the refinery’s safe and efficient operation.
