By Alvin Lansana Kargbo
NP (SL) Limited has expanded its operations in eastern Sierra Leone with the commissioning of a new dealer fuel station in Konovulahun, Luawa Chiefdom, Kailahun District, a development expected to significantly improve access to petroleum products for motorists and commercial bike riders in the area.
The modern highway-side facility was officially opened in partnership with the Paramount Chief of Luawa Chiefdom, Mohamed Sama Kailondo Banya IV. The station is designed to meet safety standards while ensuring efficiency and convenience for customers.
Addressing community members during the commissioning ceremony, the Paramount Chief described the investment as a major boost to local development. He urged drivers, bike riders and residents to treat the station as a shared community asset and to safeguard it, stressing that the facility was established to serve the collective interest of the people of Kailahun.
Sales Manager of NP (SL) Limited, Manso A. Kamara, described the new outlet as another milestone in the company’s steady expansion across the country. He reaffirmed NP’s commitment to serving growing communities while maintaining professionalism, safety and high standards of customer care.
According to him, the company’s strategy is not only to ensure reliable fuel supply but also to contribute meaningfully to economic growth in host communities. He noted that expanding into districts such as Kailahun demonstrates the company’s confidence in the region’s commercial potential.
District authorities, transport union leaders and security representatives welcomed the commissioning, describing it as a strong signal of investor confidence in Kailahun District. They said the presence of a fully operational fuel station in Konovulahun would reduce transportation challenges, stimulate business activities and improve service delivery within the transport sector.
For residents, the station represents more than a new business establishment. Many see it as a symbol of inclusion in the country’s expanding petroleum distribution network and a partnership that will support community development for years to come.
NP (SL) Limited has consistently positioned itself as a leading petroleum marketing company in Sierra Leone. Beyond fuel sales, the company highlights its contributions to employment creation, improved service standards and national economic growth.
Over the years, NP (SL) Limited has built a reputation for reliability and innovation, supported by a growing nationwide network of service stations. The company is certified under ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems, ISO 14001:2015 for Environmental Management Systems and ISO 45001:2018 for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, reflecting its commitment to quality, environmental sustainability and workplace safety.
With sustained investments and a customer-centered approach, NP (SL) Limited continues to strengthen its footprint across Sierra Leone, reinforcing its role in powering communities and supporting national development.
