NANS Urges NNPC Boss to Prioritise Local Refinery Capacity
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Bayo Ojulari, to focus on boosting the capacity of Nigeria’s local refineries.
In a statement signed by its national president, Olushola Oladoja, NANS described Ojulari as a seasoned professional with extensive experience, integrity, and a proven track record in the oil and gas sector—qualities it says make him well-suited for the role.
The students’ body urged Ojulari to prioritise the completion and rehabilitation of the nation’s refineries, noting that functional plants would reduce reliance on petroleum imports, save foreign exchange, create jobs, and enhance national energy security.
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“We task Mr. Ojulari to work relentlessly towards enhancing local refining capacity. Achieving this will boost our economy, improve energy security, and make petroleum products more affordable for Nigerians,” Oladoja said.
NANS also pledged its willingness to partner with NNPC Ltd under Ojulari’s leadership to promote transparency, accountability, and youth involvement in the oil and gas industry, describing his appointment as a positive step for Nigeria’s future.
