NIGERIA: NNPC Warns Public Against Fraudsters Falsely Claiming Sale Of Refinery Scrap and Equipment

By Onoja Baba 

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Limited) has issued a strong public notice alerting Nigerians and corporate organisations to the circulation of false information suggesting that the company is selling scrap materials, equipment, or components from its refineries.

In a statement signed by Andy Odeh, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Limited, released on Friday, the company categorically denied the claims, describing them as misleading and 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 notice stated.

The company also revealed that it has received reports of individuals impersonating its representatives or agents, who are approaching members of the public with offers to facilitate 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,” the statement added.

NNPC Limited urged the public, corporate organisations, and industry stakeholders to disregard any such solicitations and to exercise caution when dealing with anyone making such representations. It emphasised that it is neither conducting nor has it authorised any sale of scrap metals, equipment, or refinery components from its facilities.

The company clarified that any legitimate disposal of assets by NNPC Limited would only be carried out through established and transparent processes, which would be publicly communicated through its official channels and in line with applicable regulations.

Members of the public who encounter individuals or entities making such fraudulent claims have been encouraged to report them to the appropriate law enforcement authorities.

The notice concluded by reaffirming NNPC Limited’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and the responsible management of national energy assets.

This latest alert comes amid ongoing efforts by the company to protect the public from various scams involving its name and operations. Nigerians are advised to always verify information through NNPC’s official com

munication platforms.