The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has refuted reports alleging that it is selling scrap materials, equipment, or components from its refineries to individuals and private firms.
In a statement released on Friday in Abuja, titled ‘Fraudulent Claims on Sale of Refinery Scrap and Equipment’, its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, described the circulating reports as inaccurate and misleading.
“The Company wishes to categorically state that this information is untrue. NNPC Limited has not issued any request for bids, tenders, expressions of interest, or approvals for the sale of scrap materials, refinery components, or any items from the warehouses or inventories of any of its refineries”.
The company also disassociated itself from individuals allegedly posing as its representatives or agents who claim to be facilitating the sale of so-called “scrap metals” or refinery equipment.
“These individuals are not authorised by NNPC Limited and are attempting to mislead members of the public”.
NNPC therefore urged the public, corporate bodies, and industry stakeholders to ignore such claims or solicitations and to exercise caution when dealing with anyone making such representations.
“For the avoidance of doubt, NNPC Limited is not conducting, nor has it authorised, any sale of scrap metals, equipment, or refinery components from any of its facilities”, the statement added. It further noted that any legitimate disposal of assets would only be carried out through established and transparent procedures, publicly announced via the company’s official channels and in line with relevant regulations.
“Members of the public who encounter individuals or entities making such claims are encouraged to report the matter to the appropriate law enforcement authorities.
“NNPC Limited remains committed to transparency, accountability, and the responsible management of national energy assets”, the statement added.