The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has been announced to undergo scheduled maintenance, Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC),the maintenance set to begin on May 24, 2025.
According to a statement released on Saturday by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Femi Soneye, the NNPC said the shutdown aims at facilitating planned maintenance and assess sustainability, ensuring optimal performance of the facility.
According to the statement, it 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 Saturday, 24th of May,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.”
Additionally, The company said that more updates will be provided regularly through official channels, including its media platforms, website and public statements.
This is not the first time the refinery would be closed down. It suffered a similar fate in December 2024, shortly after operations resumed following a $1.5 billion refurbishing.