The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, has stated that the quick-fix project at the Kaduna Refinery and Petrochemicals Company Limited is expected to be operational by the end of 2024.
He made this announcement during an inspection tour of the refinery to assess the progress of the ongoing quick-fix project.
Lokpobiri expressed confidence in the progress he witnessed during the visit and emphasised the need to get the refinery back on track for the benefit of the nation’s economic prosperity and energy security.
Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, provided assurance that the fuel plant at the refinery would be delivered by the end of 2024.
He mentioned that all the necessary arrangements and equipment are in place to carry out the quick-fix activities, with the aim of eventually delivering value to the Nigerian people.
The rehabilitation of Nigeria’s refineries is a critical step towards achieving self-sufficiency in petroleum products and reducing the country’s reliance on imports.
It’s also an important factor in ensuring energy security and supporting economic development.
Source: PUNCH