Foreign companies not necessary in refinery rehabilitation, Nigerian Engineers can do it, Onuesoke declares

A former Delta State Gubernatorial Aspirant and Public Affairs Commentator, Chief Sunny Onuesoke today said foreign companies are not necessary for the rehabilitation of Nigerian refinery rehabilitation saying,"as Nigerian experts have the required expertise."

This is contained in a statement signed by Chief Onuesoke and made available to Our Correspondent in Warri. 

He expressed confidence in the technical capacity of Nigerian engineers and technicians, particularly those within the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), to revive and manage the country’s refineries.

Chief Onuesoke who cited past successful maintenance efforts by local engineers as evidence, also suggests that the political will and elimination of corruption are more critical than foreign technical support.

The statement reflected nationalistic and cost-saving sentiments, emphasizing the need to empower local professionals.

Chief Onuesoke also criticized the recurring trend of awarding contracts to foreign firms for tasks he believes Nigerians can handle.