The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has clarified that there was no explosion at the Port Harcourt refinery, contrary to circulating reports. The NNPC explained that the incident was a controlled flare incident, which has been promptly and completely contained.
This announcement comes on the heels of the government’s declaration of “mechanical completion” for the refinery, marking significant progress in its refurbishment. The misinformation was addressed to reassure stakeholders and the public about the refinery’s operational safety and stability.
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