By
Ogbonnaya Ikokwu
Abia State Governor Alex Otti, has stated that he is committed to the timely realisation of the proposed 10,000 barrel per day modular refinery project in the State.
The modular refinery, which is located inside the Abia Industrial and Innovation Park, Owaza, is being undertaken by the HSI Energies Group and is expected to provide 1000 direct jobs and countless indirect jobs to Abians.
Otti assured of his commitment to the realisation of the project when he received in audience, the Management of the HSI Energies Group led by its Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Ugwumba Okezie Nwosu who were in his office on Wednesday to give him the status update on the activities of the company preparatory to the commencement of work at the site.
He noted that the Abia Industrial and Innovation Park sitting on about 2000 hectares of land is capable of accommodating many industrial companies. He said that his administration has been busy providing a conducive business environment for businesses to thrive.
The State Chief Executive said that the vast area in the AIIP Owaza is designated for a gas-powered industrial ecosystem, including energy, logistics, housing, modular refinery, petrochemical plants, fertiliser companies and clean infrastructure.
He appreciated the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Company for his wise decision to locate the modular refinery in the State having concluded preliminary works on the site, and noted that it would contribute to the growth of the economy of Abia State.
