NBA drums up support for local refineries

The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has called for the full implementation of President Bola Tinubu’s order on the supply of crude to the Dangote Refinery and modular refineries in the country.

NBA President, Yakubu Maikyau, SAN, made this call on Wednesday in Lekki, Lagos State.

The NBA president urged the Federal Government and Nigerians to support the Dangote Petroleum Refinery to end the reign of fuel scarcity and perennial queues at filling stations in the country.

Maikyau, who led other leaders and members of the association on a visit to the facility, praised the President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, for remaining steadfast despite opposition.

He said: “What I have seen today gladdens my heart, but at the same time, my heart is bleeding because of the neglect and opposition that such a laudable effort is facing. It is shameful, but as I mentioned to the President of the group, his continued steadfastness and resilience despite the opposition show hope for this country.

“I would describe Aliko Dangote as both a freedom fighter and an economic warrior. There is no one more honourable or patriotic than Dangote. He has proven this through his actions, not just words. This isn’t about what someone might tell you; we have witnessed the enormous investments he has made in this country.”

“If we establish a supportive environment for this refinery to operate, we will eliminate the queues on our streets and resolve the difficulties associated with the scarcity of petroleum products.”