
Governor Alex Otti’s Strategic Push For ABIA State’s Modular Refinery: Economic And Social Imperatives – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke
Governor Alex Otti’s Strategic Push for Abia State’s Modular Refinery: Economic and Social Imperatives The Abia State Government, under Governor Alex Otti’s leadership, has prioritized the establishment of a 10,000-barrel-per-day modular refinery within the Abia Industrial and Innovation Park (AIIP) in Ukwa West Local Government Area. Approved by the Federal Government and developed by H.I.S. Refinery and Petrochemical Company Limited, this project is poised to transform the state’s economic landscape while addressing systemic social challenges. Construction is set to begin fully in May 2025, following the completion of land compensation and site preparation, marking a critical step toward industrialization and…