The NNPC Limited has issued a public warning over what it describes as fraudulent claims circulating about the sale of refinery scrap materials and equipment, distancing itself from any such transactions and cautioning Nigerians against falling victim to scams.
In an official statement, the company said reports suggesting it is selling scrap metals, refinery components, or warehouse inventory to individuals or private firms are “misleading and false.” It stressed that it has not initiated or approved any process involving bids, tenders, or expressions of interest for the disposal of such assets.
NNPC also disclosed that it has received intelligence about individuals impersonating its representatives or agents, claiming to facilitate access to so-called refinery scrap for sale. According to the company, these actors are not authorised and are deliberately attempting to deceive unsuspecting members of the public.
“The Company wishes to categorically state that this information is untrue,” NNPC said, adding that it “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 warning comes amid growing concerns about fraud schemes targeting businesses and investors within Nigeria’s energy sector, with scammers exploiting the reputation of major institutions to lend credibility to their claims.
NNPC urged the public, corporate organisations, and industry stakeholders to disregard any unsolicited offers or claims related to the sale of refinery assets and to exercise due diligence in all dealings. It reiterated that any legitimate disposal of assets would follow clearly defined and transparent procedures.
“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 company stated.
The Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, further emphasized that all official transactions would be publicly communicated through verified company channels and conducted in line with regulatory requirements.
NNPC also encouraged members of the public who encounter such fraudulent approaches to report them to law enforcement agencies, as part of efforts to curb the spread of scams.
