By Deborah Hassan
365Daily – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced a temporary shutdown of the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) as it begins a scheduled maintenance and sustainability assessment. The shutdown, which commenced on May 24, 2025, is part of routine efforts to ensure optimal performance and long-term reliability of the refinery.
In a statement signed by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi O. Soneye, the company assured the public that the exercise is being carried out in collaboration with key industry regulators, including the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).
According to NNPC Ltd, the maintenance is aimed at enhancing the refinery’s operational efficiency and is in line with its broader goal of ensuring sustainable energy security for Nigeria. The company emphasized its commitment to transparency throughout the process and pledged to provide regular updates via its official communication channels.
The Port Harcourt refinery, one of Nigeria’s key refining assets, has undergone various phases of rehabilitation in recent years as part of the government’s efforts to reduce dependency on imported petroleum products.
While the company has not indicated how long the maintenance will last, stakeholders and the general public are advised to stay informed through NNPC Ltd’s website and media platforms.