How revival of refineries will alleviate hardship, economic stability – NUPENG

Nigeria’s oil workers have advocated that the resuscitation of the Nigeria’s refineries might be all the answers to the present economic crisis plaguing the country.

The workers under the umbrella of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) while
congratulating the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on the successful re-streaming of the Port Harcourt Refinery after several years, said it would go a long way in addressing the Nigeria’s energy challenges, alleviating hardship for workers and citizens, and fostering economic stability.
The union’s leadership, William Akporeha, President and Afolabi Olawale, General Secretary reasoned that the commencement of crude oil processing and the dispatch of petroleum products from the refinery is a landmark achievement that resonates deeply with the aspirations of Nigerian workers and citizens.                                                
“On behalf of the National Executive Council (NEC) and the entire membership of our union, we extend our warmest congratulations to the Group CEO, Mr. Mele Kyari and the entire management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on this monumental achievement of successfully re-streaming the Port Harcourt Refinery after several years,” the union said.
According to NUPENG, the milestone demonstrates NNPCL’s unwavering commitment to achieving energy independence and fostering sustainable economic growth for the nation.
It further commended the NNPCL management’s exemplary commitment and resilience in steering the Port-Harcourt Refinery Company (PHRC) rehabilitation project to completion, despite numerous challenges, noting that it reflected highest standards of dedication and determination.
“We are very pleased with the achievement of over 16 million man-hours 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,” the Akporeha expressed.
He also commended the indispensable support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as the collaborative efforts of the NNPCL Board of Directors, Staff, and Contractors. 
According to the NUPENG boss, “This accomplishment is a clear demonstration of what can be achieved through collective effort and shared commitment to national progress.”
He added further, “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.”
He however stated that while the successful re-streaming of the Port Harcourt Refinery stands as a beacon of hope, it also reinforces the union’s collective optimism for the rehabilitation of the Warri and Kaduna refineries. 
He said the union earnestly hope and pray that these projects will also come to fruition soon, providing the much-needed stimulus to the nation’s economy and further easing the energy burden faced by Nigerians. 
“We remain confident that NNPCL will deliver on these expectations under your visionary leadership,” he said assuring the NNPCL of the union’s commitment as 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.