By Ayomide Otitoju
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that the Kaduna Refinery and Petrochemicals Company (KDPRC) has achieved over 60% mechanical completion, signaling progress in its ongoing rehabilitation efforts.
NNPCL’s Executive Vice President (Downstream), Isiyaku Abdullahi, disclosed this in Abuja during a workshop and engagement session with Kannywood artistes.
“Kaduna, in sha Allah, should come on stream this year. We are working tirelessly on the pipelines, and we have achieved more than 60% mechanical completion,” Abdullahi stated.
Progress Across Refineries
He further noted that all three refineries—Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna—are under his direct supervision, emphasizing significant advancements in their revamp projects.
“All the three refineries work directly under my superintendence. With the good leadership we have, we have been able to revamp Port Harcourt and Warri refineries. By God’s grace, this year, we will deliver Port Harcourt Refinery,” he added.
NNPCL IPO on the Horizon
In addition to refinery updates, Abdullahi encouraged Nigerians to prepare for NNPCL’s Initial Public Offering (IPO), urging them to invest in the country’s oil and gas sector.
The Kaduna refinery is part of Nigeria’s broader strategy to restore local refining capacity, reduce dependence on imported petroleum products, and enhance energy security.
