Port Harcourt Refinery: Tinubu Mentions Buhari, Others Involved

• President Bola Tinubu has commended his predecessor and the immediate past President Muhammadu Buhari for his efforts to revitalise the Port Harcourt Refinery
• In a statement on Tuesday, November 26, Tinubu congratulated the NNPC Limited for the revitalisation and praised the African Export-Import Bank
• The president then urged the NNPC Limited to speed up the revitalisation second Port Harcourt Refinery, Warri and Kaduna refineries

President Bola Tinubu congratulated the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on the successful revitalization of the Port Harcourt refinery, marking the official commencement of petroleum product loading on November 26, 2024. This milestone is a significant step towards achieving energy sufficiency in Nigeria.

The President acknowledged the crucial role played by former President Muhammadu Buhari in initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of Nigeria's refineries. He also expressed gratitude to the African Export-Import Bank for financing the project and commended the leadership of NNPC Limited's Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, for his dedication and commitment to overcoming challenges.

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Tinubu speaks on Port Harcourt refinery

Tinubu then urged the NNPCL to expedite the reactivation of the second Port Harcourt refinery, as well as the Warri and Kaduna refineries. This move aims to enhance domestic production capacity and establish Nigeria as a major energy hub.

The President commended the NNPCL for the successful revival of the Port Harcourt refinery, which is a significant milestone in the country's quest for energy sufficiency. He also acknowledged former President Muhammadu Buhari's foundational efforts in initiating the comprehensive rehabilitation of the nation's refineries.

President Tinubu emphasized the importance of patience, integrity, and accountability in rebuilding the nation's infrastructure. He reiterated his administration's commitment to achieving energy sufficiency, enhancing energy security, and boosting Nigeria's export capacity, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.

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Legit.ng earlier reported that Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, who was recently endorsed by some groups to succeed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has continued to create a buzz in the state.

The tone for the 2027 Lagos State governorship election was set after the speaker of the State House of Assembly, Musashiru Obasa, refuted the claim of selfish ambition and that he was qualified to govern the state.

While the APC said the 2027 Lagos State governorship election was not currently on its agenda, the party's chieftain, Joe Igbokwe, said it was a plot to distract President Tinubu.

Source: Legit.ng