Tinubu Receives Charge From Afenifere: Meet December Deadline For Refinery Operation

The Afenifere, a pan-Yoruba social-political group, has called on President Bola Tinubu to ensure the timely commencement of operations at the Port Harcourt Refinery, as pledged by the Federal Government to begin production in December…CONTINUE READING

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, had confirmed during an inspection of the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) Limited plant that it would be operational before the year-end.

In a communique issued after its caucus meeting in Akure, Afenifere addressed the country’s current economic situation and emphasized the importance of adhering to the government’s commitment.

The group expressed optimism that activating local refineries, including the Port Harcourt Refinery, could lead to a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol.

The communique stated, “The meeting also took note of the assurances being given in regard to the commencement of production of petroleum products by some Refineries in the country very soon.

It then urged the government to ensure that the deadlines given are adhered to. For instance, the December deadline given for Port Harcourt Refinery to resume production should be met.

This is with a view to bringing the cost of petroleum products down as high costs of these products are contributing to the soaring prices of commodities and services in the country.

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