The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has officially debunked reports of an explosion at the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) in Rivers State, clarifying that the incident in question was merely a flare incident that has been fully contained.
In a press release issued by NNPC Ltd’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi O. Soneye, the company reassured the public that there was no explosion, nor was there any danger posed to staff, surrounding communities, or the environment. The statement emphasized that media reports suggesting an explosion at the refinery are entirely false and should be disregarded.
NNPC Ltd reaffirmed its commitment to operational safety and transparency, urging the media to verify information before dissemination to avoid unnecessary panic among the public. The company further assured that refinery operations remain stable and that all safety protocols were effectively implemented to manage the flare incident.
This clarification comes amid heightened concerns about industrial safety in the country, with NNPC Ltd reiterating its dedication to maintaining strict safety standards at all its facilities.
For further information, stakeholders and the general public are encouraged to contact NNPC Ltd’s corporate communications department.