Nigeria’s NNPC Limited says it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Chinese companies to support the restart, operation, and expansion of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries. Multiple reports describe the deal as a potential Technical Equity Partnership (TEP) aimed at helping complete the refineries and enable their continued operations. NNPC states that the agreement is intended to cover activities related to bringing the refineries back into service and scaling up their capacity, including through the involvement of the Chinese firms.
One report also includes commentary from Nigeria Citizens Watch for Good Governance (NCWGG), which endorses the MoU and frames it as a step toward improving energy security. The reports do not provide details on deal size, timelines, or financial terms, but they agree that the MoU is the foundation for further engagement related to both refineries. NNPC and its communications officials present the agreement as part of broader efforts to revive and expand refining capacity in Nigeria.
