Nigeria, May 24 -- Mixed reactions have trailed the announcement that the Port Harcourt Refinery will be shut down once again, just months after it was declared operational.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) disclosed that the facility will go offline starting Saturday, May 24, 2025, for what it called "temporary maintenance."

According to the company, the shutdown is necessary to carry out planned repairs and assess the condition of the facility to ensure continued optimal performance following its recent revival.

NNPC added that it is collaborating with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth process.

The company also assured Nigerians of reg...