NNPC shuts down Port Harcourt Refinery for scheduled maintenance

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced the temporary shutdown of operations at the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) starting May 24, 2025.

In a statement released on Saturday, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Femi Soneye, explained that the move is part of a scheduled maintenance and sustainability assessment aimed at boosting the refinery’s long-term efficiency and performance.

Soneye reassured the public that the shutdown is a routine procedure, emphasizing that it is essential to maintain optimal operations. He added that the NNPC will provide regular updates on the maintenance exercise through its official communication channels.

The statement reads: “The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) wishes to inform the general public that the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) will undergo a planned maintenance shutdown.

“This scheduled maintenance and sustainability assessment will commence on May 24,2025.

“We are working closely with all relevant stakeholders, including the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), to ensure the maintenance and assessment activities are carried out efficiently and transparently.

“NNPC Ltd remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering sustainable energy security.”