Heineken Lokpobiri, minister of state for petroleum resources (oil), has stated that the federal government will resuscitate the abandoned Atlantic refinery project in Brass, Bayelsa state.
In a statement issued Thursday, the minister described his inspection visit to Ewa-ama Road, which leads to the Brass Petroleum Products Terminal (BPPT) in Bayelsa state.
“I engaged with key stakeholders of the host community. I expressed deep dismay over the abandonment of the Atlantic Refinery project in Brass Local Government Area,” Lokpobiri said.
“The Federal Government remains committed to completing critical infrastructure projects that drive economic growth and improve livelihoods.
“I assured the community that this project will be thoroughly reviewed to ensure its eventual completion.
“I commended the people of Brass for their peaceful disposition despite the challenges posed by the refinery’s abandonment and other concerns.
“I urged them to sustain this peace, as stability is crucial for attracting further investments and development to the region.”
He stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is determined to carry out its developmental objective.
Lokpobiri further stated that the administration promotes development and implements major initiatives that help the Niger Delta people.
On November 26, 2024, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited announced that the Port Harcourt refinery has begun crude oil processing.
In December, Mele Kyari, NNPC’s global chief executive officer (GCEO), stated that the Warri refinery had resumed production, but that restoration is not yet complete.
