The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has denied claims circulating online and in some quarters that it is selling scrap materials, refinery equipment, or components from its facilities, describing the reports as false.
The company also warned that individuals are falsely presenting themselves as its representatives and attempting to defraud members of the public with claims of access to refinery scrap sales.
The clarification was contained in a public notice signed by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd, Andy Odeh.
In the statement, the company said it has not issued any bids, tenders, expressions of interest, or approvals for the sale or disposal of refinery equipment or materials from any of its operations.
It added that it had become aware of individuals impersonating officials of the company to promote fake sales of refinery-related assets, stressing that such persons are not authorised and have no link with NNPC.
NNPC advised the public, businesses, and industry stakeholders to ignore such offers and exercise caution when approached with similar claims.
It further stated that any legitimate disposal of assets would only be carried out through official, transparent processes and announced via recognised communication channels.
The company urged members of the public to report any suspicious activities to law enforcement agencies for appropriate action.
NNPC reiterated its commitment to transparency, accountability, and the proper management of national energy assets.
