Fueling Tension: NNPC Workers Threaten Nationwide Shutdown Over Leadership Crisis

NNPC Workers Threaten Nationwide Shutdown Over Management Crisis

By Audoz Buzz Newsroom


Abuja — A storm is brewing within the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) as workers across its various subsidiaries have threatened a total shutdown of operations, citing growing discontent with the company’s current management structure and alleged marginalization of staff welfare.


Sources within the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) confirmed to Audoz Buzz that emergency meetings have been held in key zones, with a coordinated industrial action set to begin unless urgent changes are made at the top.


"We are tired of being sidelined," said a senior union member who requested anonymity due to fear of reprisal. "There’s a culture of impunity, a lack of transparency in appointments, and growing frustration over how decisions are being made without input from the workforce."


The anger stems from what union members describe as a "top-heavy, disconnected management team" that has alienated workers, sidelined career professionals, and prioritized political patronage over merit. Several insiders pointed to recent controversial appointments and promotions that appear to ignore long-serving staff with proven records.


In a letter reportedly addressed to the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, workers demanded a total restructuring of the management hierarchy, fair representation across departments, and the reinstatement of internal policies that safeguard staff interest.


"This isn't just about positions," said another union source. "It’s about dignity, fairness, and the future of Nigeria’s energy sector. If our concerns are not addressed swiftly, the country should prepare for a blackout — because we will down our tools."


Industry analysts warn that any strike action by NNPC workers could have devastating consequences. A shutdown could paralyze fuel distribution, delay refinery maintenance operations, and send shockwaves across the already fragile economy.


As of the time of filing this report, NNPC management has not issued an official response. However, insiders say a crisis meeting is underway, with the presidency reportedly monitoring the situation closely.


This threat comes amid broader reforms in Nigeria’s oil sector, including the ongoing implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), which aimed to reposition NNPC as a profit-driven entity. But workers say the reality on the ground tells a different story.


"We embraced the transition to NNPC Ltd with hope," a refinery technician in Port Harcourt told Audoz Buzz. "But all we see now is confusion, exclusion, and a management system that doesn’t care about the people who keep the engines running."


As tension mounts, Nigerians are left holding their breath — hoping for dialogue, but bracing for disruption.


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This is a developing story. Stay with Audoz Buzz for updates.


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