Mohammed Shosanya
The leadership of Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has said that it will protect the 650,000bpd Dangote Petrol Refinery against economic saboteurs in the country.
NUPENG’s General Secretary, Comrade Afolabi Olawale,who gave the assurance in a statement released on Wednesday,also pledged that his union will collaborate with Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company to ensure the growth and sustainability of the oil and gas industry.
He described the commencement of production of Gasoline, otherwise known as Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company as historic and a landmark achievement for the nation.
Congratulating the President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote and the Federal Government,he said the current development has been long anticipated and awaited with bated breath and prayers not only by Nigerians but by the entire Continent of Africa.
He said NUPENG is very proud of Alhaji Aliko Dangote, describing him as a man with uncommon courage and determination. You have dared to dream and thread where no mortal has ever done.
According to him,this remarkable achievement at the world’s largest single-train petroleum refinery and petrochemical plant is a testament to Dangote’s unwavering commitment, innovation, and excellence in the energy sector.
“We recognize the immense efforts and dedication that have gone into making this vision a reality. The successful production of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at this state of the-art facility not only marks a significant milestone for Dangote Refinery but also represents a monumental step forward for Nigeria’s energy independence and economic growth.
“Alhaji Aliko Dangote, your visionary leadership and relentless pursuit of excellence have been instrumental in achieving this feat. Your contributions to the industrialization and economic development of Africa are truly commendable, and we are proud to witness the positive impact of your endeavours on our nation.
“As a union dedicated to the welfare and advancement of workers in the petroleum and natural gas industry, NUPENG is excited about the opportunities this development will bring in terms of employment for Nigerians, socioeconomic prosperity and monumental growth of our dear country.
“We are also not unmindful of the plots and schemes of sworn enemies of the masses and nation’s economic saboteurs to derail the wheels of progress of this wonderful trail blazing train, but as NUPENG, we pledge to make available all our might and resources to defend and protect this beautiful African pride.
