The Senator Representing Anambra South Senatorial District, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Ubah, as the first edition of oversight visits to Nigerian Refineries by the 10th Nigerian Senate to ascertain the status of the ongoing maintenance works there. The Senator, led the Senate Ad-hoc Committee Investigating The Turn Around Maintenance (TAM) Projects of Nigerian Refineries to Kaduna Refinery, During the tour which was preceded by visits to Warri and Port Harcourt Refineries, he commended the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) led by Mele Kyari and the Management of Kaduna Refinery led by Dr Mustafa Sugungun for their efforts to bring our refineries back to life.
Speaking further at the event which was also attended by officials of NNPCL led by the Executive Vice-President (Downstream), Mr Dapo Segun, Senator Ubah emphasized the importance of ensuring that the refineries are fully operational and running efficiently to meet the energy needs of our country, and called for continuous support for the revitalization of our oil sector.
Generally, he said he was impressed by the dedication of the present administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR to revitalize our refineries. He said he was impressed by the tireless efforts of NNPCL to ensure that these vital national facilities are back to full capacity. The tours gave the Nigerian Senate through the Ad-hoc Committee the opportunity to see first-hand the progress that has been made in reviving the refineries, and he is confident that with the continued support and commitment of the federal government and NNPCL, as well as the management and staff of the refineries, the refineries will soon be operational and contributing significantly to the energy needs of our country.
The 10th National Assembly under the leadership of Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio is highly committed in supporting the revitalization of our refineries and ensuring that they are able to operate at full capacity. I believe that with necessary cooperation and dedication, Nigeria will have efficient refinery sector that will boost the economic development of the country and promote energy security for citizens.
In conclusion of this edition of oversight visits to our refineries, the Ad-hoc Committee will report back to the Senate and disclose its findings for further legislative action”.
Nigerian Refineries Maintenance: A Giant Step To Revitalise The Oil Sector And Boost The Economy
