The National Civil Society Coalition of Nigeria (NCSCN) plans to independently assess the Port Harcourt Refinery's operational status in January 2025.
Goal of the Assessment
The NCSCN aims to:
- Engage refinery management.
- Provide Nigerians with accurate information on the refinery's production capacity and performance.
- Make the findings publicly available to ensure transparency.
Background
The recent refurbishment of the Port Harcourt Refinery (PHRC) was met with positive publicity. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) assured Nigerians that the refinery was operational.
NCSCN's Concerns
The NCSCN is concerned about "falsehoods" regarding the PHRC's functionality. They believe the refinery is operational and contributing to Nigeria's petroleum product production.
NCSCN's Support for NNPCL
The NCSCN applauds the NNPCL's achievement of exceeding its 2024 profit target. They view the negative media narrative as an attempt to discredit the PHRC's operations and NNPCL's leadership.
Evidence of Functionality
The NCSCN cites the nationwide stability in petroleum product supplies during the holiday season as evidence of the PHRC's functionality.
Call to Action
The NCSCN urges Nigerians to disregard the "lies" and support the NNPCL's efforts to improve local petroleum production.
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