NUPENG Hopeful Port Harcourt Refinery Will Ease Energy Burden Faced By Nigerians
. Tasks NNPC On Warri, Kaduna refineries
By Sulaimon Salau
Oil workers under the auspice of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), have expressed optimism that the coming on stream of the Port Harcourt Refinery would ease the energy burden faced by Nigerians
The NUPENG, in a statement signed by its President, William Akproheha, and General Secretary, Afolabi Olawale congratulated the Group Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) Mele Kyari and the management on the successful re-streaming of the Port Harcourt Refinery.
The group stated that the commencement of crude oil processing and the dispatch of petroleum products from the refinery is a landmark achievement that resonates with the aspirations of Nigerian workers and citizens.
“This milestone demonstrates NNPC’s unwavering commitment to achieving energy independence and fostering sustainable economic growth for our dear nation,” the statement said on Tuesday.
The group also said that Kyari’s exemplary commitment and resilience in steering the Port-Harcourt Refinery Company (PHRC) rehabilitation project to completion,despite numerous challenges, reflect the highest standards of dedication and determination.
It added:”We are very pleased with the achievement of over 16 million manhours without a single Loss Time Injury (LTI), which is a testament to meticulous planning, professionalism, and the hard work of all involved; an accomplishment that brings pride to our union members.
“We commend the indispensable support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as the collaborative efforts of the NNPCL Board of Directors, Staff, and Contractors. This accomplishment is a clear demonstration of what can be achieved through collective effort and shared commitment to national progress.
“As the refinery resumes production and begins loading critical products such as Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), and Household Kerosene (HHK), we are reminded of the essential role this progress plays in addressing Nigeria’s energy challenges, alleviating hardship for workers and citizens, and fostering economic stability.
“While the successful re-streaming of the Port Harcourt Refinery stands as a beacon of hope, it also reinforces our collective optimism for the rehabilitation of the Warri and Kaduna refineries. We earnestly hope and pray that these projects will also come to fruition soon, providing the much-needed stimulus to our nation’s economy and further easing the energy burden faced by Nigerians. We remain confident that NNPC will deliver on these expectations under your visionary leadership.
“Once again, congratulations to you and your team on this transformative achievement. The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), remains a steadfast partner in the collective journey toward achieving a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable oil and gas sector that uplifts every Nigerian worker and citizen”.
