By Amin Kef (Ranger)

NP (SL) Limited has reiterated its unwavering mission to deliver a consistent supply of petroleum products in an environmentally sustainable manner while offering exceptional value to customers, employees and stakeholders. This mission, the company says, is anchored in a strong corporate culture built on safety, profit optimization and expansion; all aimed at contributing meaningfully to Sierra Leone’s socio-economic development.

The company’s vision is to establish itself as a “well-run, dominant petroleum company” capable of competing effectively across the West African sub-region. Internally, NP (SL) operates like a disciplined family committed to building a “great company,” guided by five core values: Safe Working Environments, Excellent Customer Service, High-Quality Products, Environmental Sustainability and Positive Teamwork.

Under the leadership of its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Mohamed S. Kanu, a seasoned petroleum executive with extensive sub-regional experience, NP (SL) is embarking on a new chapter of strategic growth. Formerly the CEO of NP Côte d’Ivoire, Dr. Mohamed S. Kanu is credited with improving operational efficiency and expanding market share in his previous roles. The Board of Directors has described his appointment as “the beginning of a new era of visionary leadership and sustainable expansion.”

Proudly 100% Sierra Leonean-owned, NP (SL) has consistently demonstrated innovation and customer focus. Its initiatives include the NP Energy Pass Card, a cashless payment system that supports financial inclusion and digitization and the deployment of Mobile Fuel Tanks to ensure reliable service for public institutions. The company also prioritizes transparency by installing calibrated fuel pumps and employing GPS and video tracking systems to ensure logistical efficiency and accountability.

As one of Sierra Leone’s leading taxpayers, NP (SL) plays a critical role in national revenue generation while supporting Government operations through flexible fuel credit schemes. Its regional operations span Liberia, Guinea, Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia, cementing its position as a West African petroleum powerhouse.

Environmental stewardship is also central to NP (SL)’s operations. The company actively promotes eco-friendly LPG (cooking gas) to reduce reliance on biomass fuels, contributing to climate change mitigation. In addition, its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs have supported critical projects, from funding a water facility for the National Fire Force in Kissy to backing healthcare initiatives like the Burns Unit at Connaught Hospital and providing aid during public health emergencies and natural disasters.

Since its transformation from a British Petroleum branch in the 1950s to becoming a fully indigenous company in 1996 and later rebranding in 2011, NP (SL) has grown into a symbol of Sierra Leonean resilience, innovation and excellence. True to its slogan, “1st for Customer Care,” the company continues to drive national progress while expanding its influence across the sub-region.

Looking ahead, NP (SL) remains steadfast in its role as the backbone of Sierra Leone’s energy supply and a catalyst for regional integration; a petroleum brand built by Sierra Leoneans, for Sierra Leone and beyond. https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/np-sl-champions-sustainable-fuel-supply-for-national-development/