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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reiterated its dedication to adding value across various sectors and communities in Nigeria.

Speaking during a stakeholders’ engagement with the National Assembly Press Corps on Saturday in Abuja, NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, highlighted the crucial role of the oil sector in Nigeria’s economic and social development.

He emphasized that NNPCL is committed to more than just fueling vehicles, but also to driving national progress through strategic investments and initiatives.

“I’m glad to have you here again at this stakeholder engagement proudly sponsored by NNPC.

“It is truly heartwarming to see how it has brought us together. At NNPC, we believe in fueling not just vehicles but also meaningful moments like this. Tonight is another night that NNPCL will successfully power laughter and great partnerships,” he said. 

Reaffirming NNPCL’s commitment to national development, Soneye outlined several initiatives that demonstrate the company’s resolve to improve lives across Nigeria.

He highlighted the efforts of the NNPC Foundation, which has conducted 1,000 free cataract surgeries in the Southwest, restoring sight to many individuals.

“We are set to perform another 1,000 surgeries in the North and an additional 1,000 in the Southeast and South-South before the end of the second quarter of 2025,” he stated.

Furthermore, he announced NNPCL’s collaboration with Afreximbank to complete the African Medical Center of Excellence (AMCE), a 500-bed hospital that will specialize in oncology, hematology, cardiology, and advanced medical training for Nigerians.

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“This strategic investment aims to enhance access to specialized healthcare, ensuring that Nigerians receive world-class medical treatment. The AMCE is scheduled to commence operations in June 2025,” Soneye disclosed.

He also provided updates on the NNPCL Medical Hospital in Abuja, which, in 2024 alone, attended to 122,483 patients. 

The hospital has been instrumental in providing critical care to accident victims and offering essential medical services, including radiology, physiotherapy, maternity care, dental and eye treatments, and life-saving surgeries.

“Across Nigeria, NNPC hospitals continue to play a pivotal role in improving healthcare access and saving lives. This is a direct demonstration of how NNPC is utilizing oil revenues to positively impact the lives of Nigerians on a daily basis,” he said.

Soneye highlighted the importance of oil beyond its commercial value, describing it as the backbone of Nigeria’s economic growth, industrialization, and social progress. 

He noted that the energy sector remains a major employer, generating opportunities for millions of Nigerians, from exploration fields to refining plants and beyond.

“For nations like Nigeria, oil is more than just a commodity; it fuels transportation, powers industries, and generates revenues that support national development.

“Beyond its contribution to the macroeconomy, oil plays an integral role in our daily lives, often in ways we take for granted” he said.

According to him, oil provides the energy that lights homes, fuels transportation systems, and serves as the foundation for critical industries such as plastics, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. 

“Without oil, modern life as we know it would be vastly different,” he added.

Soneye reaffirmed NNPCL’s commitment to ensuring energy accessibility, economic stability, and fostering global partnerships that strengthen the oil industry for the benefit of Nigerians. 

He emphasized that the company is determined to harness the nation’s oil resources efficiently while aligning with global best practices in environmental sustainability and energy efficiency.

“At NNPC Ltd., we remain committed to ensuring energy accessibility, economic stability, and fostering global partnerships that strengthen the oil industry for the benefit of our people.

“Our responsibility is to harness this vital resource efficiently while aligning with global best practices in environmental sustainability and energy efficiency,” he said.

He called for collective efforts in driving policies and innovations that will secure the prosperity of Nigeria, urging all stakeholders to remain committed to national development.

“Together, we must continue to drive policies and innovations that secure the prosperity of our dear country,” he concluded.

The event, attended by members of the National Assembly Press Corps, provided an opportunity for discussions on the role of the oil industry in national growth and the impact of NNPCL’s social initiatives.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has said it is partnering with the AfreximBank to complete African Medical Center of Excellence (AMCE), to complete a 500-bed hospital specializing in oncology, hematology and cardiology.

This was disclosed yesterday in Abuja by the AMCE Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Mr Olufemi Soneye, during the NNPC stakeholders’ engagement/ capacity building workshop for committees’ Clerks, Deputy Clerks and administrative staff of the National Assembly.

He said, “Furthermore, we are collaborating with Afreximbank to complete the African Medical Center of Excellence (AMCE), a 500-bed hospital specializing in oncology, hematology, cardiology, and advanced medical training for Nigerians.

“This strategic investment aims to enhance access to specialized healthcare, ensuring that Nigerians receive world-class medical treatment. The AMCE is scheduled to commence operations in June 2025.”

Revealing the NNPCL’s contribution to national development, he said the firm was committed to adding value to various sectors and communities.

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He said through the NNPCL Foundation, the company had conducted 1,000 free cataract surgeries in the Southwest and restored sights to dozens of individuals.

He revealed that NNPCL is ready to perform more 1,000 surgeries in the North and another 1,000 surgeries in the Southeast before the second quarter of 2025 ends.

Soneye said, “At NNPC Ltd., we are committed to adding value to various sectors and communities across Nigeria.

“Through our NNPC Foundation, we have conducted 1,000 free cataract surgeries in the Southwest, restoring sight to dozens of individuals.”

 We are set to perform another 1,000 surgeries in the North and an additional 1,000 in the Southeast, South South before the end of the second quarter of 2025.”

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited said it is partnering with the Afrexim Bank to complete African Medical Center of Excellence (AMCE), to complete a 500-bed hospital specializing in oncology, hematology and cardiology.

Its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Mr Olufemi Soneye, state this in Abuja during NNPC Stakeholder engagement/ capacity building workshop for committees’ Clerks, Deputy Clerks and administrative staff of the National Assembly.

He said: “Furthermore, we are collaborating with Afreximbank to complete the African Medical Center of Excellence (AMCE), a 500-bed hospital specializing in oncology, hematology, cardiology, and advanced medical training for Nigerians. 

“This strategic investment aims to enhance access to specialized healthcare, ensuring that Nigerians receive world-class medical treatment. 

“The AMCE is scheduled to commence operations in June 2025.”

Revealing NNPCL’s contribution to national development, he said the firm is committed to adding value to various sectors and communities.

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He said through the NNPCL Foundation, the company has conducted 1,000 free cataract surgeries in the Southwest and restored sights to dozen individuals.

He revealed that NNPCL is ready to perform more 1,000 surgeries in the North and another 1,000 surgeries in the Southeast before the second quarter of 2025 ends.

Soneye said: “At NNPC Ltd., we are committed to adding value to various sectors and communities across Nigeria. “Through our NNPC foundation, we have conducted 1,000 free cataract surgeries in the Southwest, restoring sight to dozens of individuals. We are set to perform another 1,000 surgeries in the North and an additional 1,000 in the Southeast, South South before the end of the second quarter of 2025.”

According to him, NNPC Medical Hospital in Abuja alone has attended to 122,483 patients in 2024, providing critical care to accident victims and offering essential medical services such as radiology, physiotherapy, maternity care, dental and eye treatments, and life-saving surgeries.

He also noted that  across Nigeria, NNPC hospitals continue to play a pivotal role in improving healthcare access and saving lives.

Soneye said this is a direct demonstration of how NNPC is utilizing oil revenues to positively impact the lives of Nigerians on a daily basis.

…says all products imported this year of right quality

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) on Wednesday confirmed that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has not imported the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) petrol this year.

The confirmation came over the news reports that the state-owned oil firm imported PMS burns faster than that of Dangote Refinery.

The NMDPRA said all the petroleum products imported to the country this year are of standard quality.

It recalled after the removal of subsidy on petrol, national consumption of the product declined from an average of 66 million litre (ml/d) to 50 ml/d.

According to the Executive Director, Distribution System, Storage and Retailing Infrastructure, Ogbugo Ukoha who made this disclosure in a press briefing in Abuja, less than 60 percent of the national consumption is met from domestic refineries while the shortfall is imported by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs).

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He explained that the contribution of local refineries has been less than a 60 per cent shortfall in January and February 2025.

The Executive Director said 50 per cent of the shortfall is sourced from importation.

He however specifically noted that none of the OMCs that owned refineries have imported petroleum products this year.

In a veiled confirmation that NNPCL has not imported petrol this year, he said, “So just for clarity, what I am saying is that the contribution of local refining towards the sufficiency is less than 60 per cent currently January and February 2025 is less than 50 of what we require daily. And that shortfall is sourced by way of importation. Even though none of the OMCs that owned refineries have imported this year PMS.”

On quality, he said the NMDPRA always insists that all petroleum products meet the specifications of the Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON) and the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021.

According to him, the Authority does not permit the distribution of products that fall short of quality standards.

“You must meet those specifications, otherwise we will not let those products be distributed,” he said.

Ukoha said some people have been releasing bogus claims concerning product quality on social media.

He said, “Finally, let me just say a word about what the responsibility we all bear. The regulator will usually be more circumspect and not run, chase, or respond to every, comment that is made by the public.

” But it is important that people who dabble within the social media space are reminded that it is disrespectful if you imagine that Nigerians are gullible.

“Innocent Nigerians are discerning enough to know that energies need to be directed positively. So people who make claims of unscientific claims, that make bogus data expertise claims of that, are really not helping the situation.

“As a regulator, we are working very hard in compliance with the presidential and statutory mandates we have to support the local refineries to build capacity to the point that Nigerians will have sufficient products and not just quality but pricing is also done in a transparent, competitive and fair way.”

He announced that the NMDPRA has banned trucks carrying over 60,000 litres of hydrocarbon products from loading effective from 1st March 2025.

He added that effective from the Fourth Quarter of 2025, no truck carrying more than 45,000 litres of petroleum products shall be allowed to load.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has denied importing 200 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) petrol or any volume in 2025.

This was contained in the rejoinder its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye issued on Tuesday.

The statement described the story as false and the handiwork of unprofessional journalists.

He said, “The report alleging that NNPC Limited imported over 200 million litres of PMS in February 2025 is a completely false, baseless, and reckless misrepresentation of facts. It is either the result of lazy and unprofessional journalism or a deliberate, sponsored attempt by economic saboteurs to mislead the public.

“Setting the Record Straight: NNPC Limited has not imported a single litre of PMS in 2025.”

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The state-owned oil firm said it does not regulate the import operations of private marketers, stressing it is irresponsible to ascribe all petrol import to NNPCL.

Soneye however said although NNPCL is yet to import petrol this year, nothing bans it from doing so.

His words: “We do not control the import activities of private marketers, nor do we issue import licenses. Attributing all PMS imports to NNPC is not just misleading—it is outright deceptive and irresponsible journalism that ignores basic fact-checking principles.

“While NNPC Limited has not imported PMS in 2025, let it be clear that there is no legal restriction preventing us from doing so if necessary.

“As Nigeria’s foremost energy company, we have a duty to ensure energy security. Should any supply shortages arise, NNPC Limited retains the full right and responsibility to step in and import to stabilize the market.

“Misinformation of this magnitude does a grave disservice to the public, distorts market realities, and misleads key stakeholders. NNPC Limited will not tolerate the spread of false and malicious reports aimed at undermining its reputation.

“We will take all necessary legal measures to hold accountable those responsible for fabricating and disseminating falsehoods about our operations.

“We strongly urge media organizations to uphold journalistic integrity by verifying facts before publishing misleading narratives.

“NNPC Limited remains committed to transparency and will not be swayed by attempts to manipulate public perception.”

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has purchased 500 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered trucks.

The state-owned firm has already commissioned six CNG stations in Lagos and Abuja.

Mrs. Henrietta Ogun of the NNPC Retail Operations, made this known in her presentation titled: “A focus on NNPC Operations,” in a workshop NNPC/Engagement session with selected Kannywood Artistes in Abuja.

She said: “I was just talking about CNG. As you are aware, NNPC still commissioned six CNG stations in Abuja sometime last year. And recently, just last week, 6 stations in Lagos also just commissioned.

“And also just to mention that we just purchased 500 CNG powered trucks, which we are going to start using this year. Most of them have just arrived in the country.”

She also revealed that NNPCL which has a total of 950 retail outlets nationwide, has also established eight Electric Vehicle charging points for bikes and targeting to set up the ones for vehicles in future.
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Her words: ” We even just started EV charging points. We have about eight right now. And we are rolling out more. So this charging point is for the bikes. So it is for most companies that have logistic companies that use bikes.”

According to her, NNPCL also has Jetty and terminals that have 40,000 MT at the moment.

She also informed the company is about to unveil its gas cylinders any moment from next week.

“We have the NNPCL gas.We sell gas in our plants and in our skids. And recently we are launching a new NNPC gas cylinder. You start seeing this gas cylinder in the market actually from this week,” Ogun said.

She added that the company has its floating mega stations in Riverine such as Bayelsa, Rivers and Ondo States.

NNPCL Retail, she said “is the only one that has floating mega stations in the nation currently.”

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She also revealed that the NNPCL has real time truck tracking services that monitor the movement of trucks from depots to their final destinations.

NNPCL, she said, would soon launch its retail app this year with which customers can monitor availability of fuel in filling stations.

She said: “The retail app, very soon we will be launching an NNPC retail app. This app, you can download it on your phone.That will launch this year.

“You can sit down wherever you are. If you find out that your fuel has reduced in your tank or you want to buy fuel. Even when you don’t know the stations around you. Inside the app, you will be able to see the closest NNPC station around you.

“You will be able to choose which one you want to buy from. You will be able to place an order. You will be able to pay for the product.”

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd has denied allegation in a viral video , which claims its fuel does not last. 

Its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, in a statement on Saturday, said the  assertion is baseless and entirely unfounded, originating from unverified and amateur research that lacks credibility, accuracy, and professional oversight.

He said NNPCL fuel is carefully formulated with one of the best compositions, ensuring optimal efficiency, durability, and environmental sustainability for consumers.

He explained: “Furthermore, it is important to emphasize that a significant percentage of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) sold at NNPC retail stations in Lagos—where this deceptive video was created—is sourced from the Dangote Refinery, a strategic partner in promoting local production and energy security. 

“Dangote Refinery adheres to strict industry standards, guaranteeing the quality of petroleum products supplied to our consumers.

“This misleading video represents yet another desperate attempt by economic saboteurs to misinform the public and tarnish NNPC Ltd’s reputation. We will not tolerate deliberate misinformation designed to undermine our operations and mislead Nigerians.”

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The state-owned oil firm said henceforth, NNPC Ltd will take firm legal action against individuals or groups who intentionally spread falsehoods about our brand and operations. 

It added that those  engaged in such malicious activities will be held fully accountable under the law.

Asking the public to ignore the concocted content, NNPCL said:  “We urge the public to disregard such fabricated content and rely on verified sources for accurate information. NNPC Ltd remains steadfast in its mission to ensure fuel availability, affordability, and quality for all Nigerians while maintaining global industry standards.”

The NNPC Ltd/FIRST Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited Joint Venture (JV) has concluded  its third annual medical outreach in Bayelsa State, reinforcing its commitment to community well-being and sustainable development.

 Over five days—from January 29 to February 2, more than 3,800 beneficiaries across 11 host communities received vital healthcare services.

The outreach provided general consultations, laboratory tests, vision screenings with prescription eyeglasses, and dental care including fillings, cleanings, and extractions.

In addition,  preventive essentials such as treated mosquito nets, deworming medication, sanitary products, and oral hygiene kits were distributed.

. A multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs), dentists, optometrists, and other health professionals ensured that comprehensive care reached the KEFFESO communities of Koluama 1, Koluama 2, Ekeni, Fishtown, Foropa, Ezetu 1, Ezetu 2, Sangana, Oginibiri, Okumbiri and Okumbiribeleu.

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Oluwaseyi Omotowa,an engineer and Chief Upstream Investment Officer at NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), represented at the outreach by Mr. Alexander Igwe, Advisor, Media, NUIMS, said: “Our CSR initiatives are central to our commitment to our host communities. This outreach demonstrates our dedication to delivering sustainable healthcare solutions.”

Mr. Emmanuel Etomi, Executive Director, Corporate Services, FIRST E&P, represented by Ayebatonye Benjamin-Basuo, Head of Social Performance, FIRST E&P, said through the outreach, they are bridging critical healthcare gaps and empowering those who need it most.

 Dr. Ngowari Torunana, Director of Medical Services at the Bayelsa State Ministry of Health, expressed delight that the programme addressed significant healthcare disparities.

 His Royal Highness Mokoama Sangana Kingdom, Moses Theophilus, Chairman of the KEFFESO Host Communities’ Development Trust (KHCDT), thanked the organisers on  behalf of the host communities.

 “On behalf of the 11 beneficiary communities, we sincerely appreciate NNPC and FIRST E&P for this life-changing health outreach program.

This initiative has provided much-needed relief, demonstrating their genuine commitment to the well-being of our people.”

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) yesterday relived the battle it has fought to attain 1.7 million barrels per day production.

It said the fight against oil thieves was yielding results.

Deputy Manager in charge of Command and Control Center, Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), Murtala Mohammed, said the company uncovered 12 illegal refineries in one week.

In a presentation titled: “An insight into NNPCL’s war against crude oil theft,” Mohammed said the company arrested 2,849 suspects and confiscated 1,467 trucks laden with stolen crude.

He spoke at the NNPCL workshop/engagement session with selected Kannywood artists in Abuja.

Oil theft, according to him, has significantly impacted the country’s oil production capacity, currently standing at 1.7 billion barrels per day.

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The NNPCL top official said those involved in the sharp practices refine the stolen crude locally and export some.

He said the company has repaired 3,100 vandalised pipelines.

NNPCL spokesman Olufemi Soneye urged the country to protect the national oil company because it belongs to all the citizens.

He noted that whatever impacts the firm negatively affects the entire country.

Stressing the need to protect the assets, Soneye explained that should the NNPCL default in remitting funds to the consolidated fund in the next month, there will be no money to share with the federating units by the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC).

Adding that there will be no dollar remittance to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for spending, the spokesman insisted that the management cannot but protect the facilities.

He said: “Together, let’s protect what belongs to all. NNPCL infrastructure belongs to all of us as Nigerians. Whatever affects NNPCL affects Nigerians.

“You can imagine if NNPC does not transfer money to the consolidated fund monthly. Governors will not have money to pay salaries.

“Even in terms of foreign exchange, if we don’t pay dollars into the CBN, Nigeria will not have dollars to spend. So, we cannot allow this critical company to die.”

Describing the NNPCL as a major contributor to the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI), he said: “NNPC Ltd is at the heart of Nigeria’s energy security, standing as one of the major contributors to the national grid.

“Our commitment to power generation is evident in our investments in key facilities.

“Currently, we operate the Maiduguri Emergency Power Plant, a wholly owned facility providing essential electricity to the region.

“Additionally, we co-own two major power plants—Afam VI and Okpai 1 & 2—with a combined installed capacity of 1,132 megawatts.”

The facilities, according to him, play a crucial role in ensuring a stable electricity supply to homes, industries, and businesses across the country.

He urged the artists to help create awareness for the protection of the national energy assets, pointing out that the engagement was organised to get the Kannywood members’ buy-in and educate the public to desist from the national assets vandalism through skits and other means.

Soneye said: “Now, imagine if these critical assets were damaged or destroyed by vandals – entire communities would be plunged into darkness, businesses would suffer, and the economy would take a devastating hit.

“This is why we need your voices to amplify this message: ‘Safeguarding our national assets is safeguarding our future!’”

He expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the NNPCL Group Chief Executive Officer Mele Kyari, and Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Lt.-Gen. Christopher Musa for the support for the battle against vandalism.

He said: “Under the leadership of the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Mele Kyari, the NNPC Ltd management team has implemented strategic actions that have significantly enhanced the security of our national assets, delivering unprecedented results never before seen in the sector.

“These achievements have been made possible through the visionary leadership and unwavering support of President Tinubu.

“We also extend our deep appreciation to the Chief of Defence Staff, the military, and all law enforcement agencies for their dedication and commitment to safeguarding our nation’s critical infrastructure.”