PETAN Partners With Uganda On Human Capacity Development In Oil And Gas

PETAN Partners with Uganda on Human Capacity Development in Oil and Gas

The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) has committed to supporting Uganda’s growing oil and gas sector through human capacity development initiatives. PETAN’s Chairman, Engr. Wole Ogunsanya, made this pledge while speaking at the second annual Oil and Gas Skills Expo, organized by the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) at Kyambogo University.

Ogunsanya emphasized the critical need for continuous learning and skill development in the rapidly evolving oil and gas industry. He called for strategic investments in training programs that equip individuals with the necessary skills to thrive in the sector. According to him, these programs can be effectively developed by collaborating with educational institutions and industry experts to create tailored courses that address specific workforce needs.

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PETAN Partners with Uganda on Human Capacity Development in Oil and Gas

PETAN’s approach includes the creation of mentorship programs, on-the-job training initiatives, internship opportunities, and continuous learning platforms. Ogunsanya highlighted PETAN’s commitment to supporting other African countries, including Uganda, through existing partnerships, such as their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ugandan National Oil Company (UNOC). This collaboration aims to deepen local content practices and build a skilled workforce that can drive innovation and growth in the oil and gas sector.