NGA acknowledges Shell Nigeria for contributions to Nigeria’s gas development
From Left to Right: President, Nigerian Gas Association (NGA), Akachukwu Nwokedi; Managing Director, Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), Osagie Okunbor; Shell Principal Adviser, Governance, and Information Management, Ifeoma Okonkwo; Manager, Corporate Planning & Strategy, NLNG, Akitunde Adetunji and Financial Secretary, NGA, Engr. Chukwuemeka Iheme, during the Association’s courtesy visit to SPDC Office in Lagos, on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.
By Yusuf Yunus
The Nigerian Gas Association (NGA) has commended Mr Osagie Okunbor, Managing Director of Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Ltd., (SPDC) for his outstanding contributions to the advancement of Nigeria’s gas sector.
Mr Akachukwu Nwokedi, NGA president gave the admiration in a statement in Lagos during a courtesy visit by the NGA’s Executive Council members to SPDC.
Nwokedi explained that both Okunbor and SPDC were applauded for their role in collaborating with the association on crucial advocacy and industry initiatives.
He said that the collaboration had significantly influenced the development and implementation of critical policies, laws, and regulations that were vital to the growth of the gas sector in Nigeria.
Nwokedi lauded the Managing Director and SPDC’s consistent support and active involvement in initiatives aimed at harnessing Nigeria’s vast gas reserves for commercialisation.
“The NGA with the active support of key stakeholders has actively supported numerous significant gas industry initiatives such as the development of the Gas Master Plan.
The plan includes the creation of the Domestic Gas Pricing Framework, the implementation of the Nigerian Gas Transportation Network Code and the Gas Expansion programme.
“It also involves input into the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 that has prioritised and incentivised investment in Nigerian gas,” he revealed.
According to him, the NGA is charged with coordination of the decade of gas secretariat which has been instrumental in advancing the Decade of Gas initiative toward reshaping the future of Nigeria’s gas sector.
Nwokedi reiterated the NGA’s commitment to becoming a leading resource centre for the industry, promoting investment opportunities in Nigeria’s gas sector through global advocacy and targeted industry events.
He said that NGA also aims to increase the participation of Nigerians across the gas value chain and enhance its strategic focus by re-launching its Advisory Group which is expected to play a crucial role in promoting sound gas policy formulation among regulatory stakeholders.
“The NGA is determined in its drive to advance Nigeria’s gas and energy sector as well as promote Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) within it.
“The association strives for sustainable growth and inclusivity in the nation’s energy landscape through collaborative efforts with industry leaders like Osagie Okunbor and institutions like Shell,” Nwokedi assured.
Responding, Okunbor appreciated the NGA’s unwavering focus and alignment on critical industry issues, noting that the association has served as a disciplined platform for gas advocacy while remaining consistent with its objectives.
He reaffirmed Shell’s commitment to supporting the NGA by contributing to unlocking the vast potential of gas in Nigeria.
