Refinery: Petroleum minister holds crucial peace meeting with Dangote, NMDPRA, others
The meeting focused on finding a sustainable and lasting solution to the current impasse affecting the Dangote Refinery, with all parties demonstrating a commitment to collaborative and proactive problem-solving
The Minister of State Petroleum Resources [Oil], Senator Heineken Lokpobiri has convened a high-level meeting with top executives from Dangote Group, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) to address the ongoing issues surrounding the Dangote Refinery.
The special adviser on media and communication to the minister, Nneamaka Okafor, disclosed this in a statement made available to the media on Monday.
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) recently accused the refinery of churning out inferior products.
Responding to the accusation, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, President Aliko Dangote offered to sell out the refinery to the state-owned Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL).
The statement reads: “The Minister of State Petroleum Resources [Oil], Senator Heineken Lokpobiri yesterday convened a high-level meeting with key stakeholders to address and resolve the ongoing issues surrounding the Dangote Refinery.”
The spokesperson said those present at the meeting were: Dangote Group, Chairman/Chief Executive Officer Aliko Dangote; Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Mr. Farouk Ahmed; Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC); Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) Mr. Mele Kyari.
The stakeholders, according to the statement, expressed gratitude to the Minister for his exemplary leadership and timely intervention in facilitating this crucial dialogue.
The meeting focused on finding a sustainable and lasting solution to the current impasse affecting the Dangote Refinery, with all parties demonstrating a commitment to collaborative and proactive problem-solving.
Lokpobiri emphasised the importance of cooperation and synergy among all stakeholders to ensure the success and optimal performance of the Oil and Gas sector, which is pivotal for Nigeria’s economic growth and energy security.
This meeting marks a significant step towards resolving the challenges and underscores the Minister’s dedication to fostering a conducive environment for Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
