NNPC To Shut Down Port Harcourt Refinery For Scheduled Maintenance May 24

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced a scheduled maintenance shutdown of the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC), set to begin on May 24, 2025.

According to a statement issued on Saturday by Femi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, the shutdown is part of a planned maintenance and sustainability assessment aimed at ensuring the refinery operates at optimal capacity.

“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,” the statement read.

“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.”

The company added that regular updates will be provided through its official website, media platforms, and public statements.

This will not be the first shutdown of the refinery. In December 2024, operations were halted shortly after resuming, despite a $1.5 billion rehabilitation effort.