Seplat Energy Stresses Community Empowerment for Stability in the Energy Sector.
At the Society of Petroleum Engineers Oloibiri Lecture Series and Energy Forum (SPE OLEF) 2024 in Abuja, Mr. Samson Ezugworie, Chief Operating Officer of Seplat Energy, emphasized the necessity for a sustainable approach and forward-thinking strategies in addressing security challenges and ensuring resilience in the energy industry.
Ezugworie emphasized the importance of collaboration and responsible practices in achieving sustainability objectives. He highlighted Seplat Energy’s dedication to implementing social investment initiatives in its operational areas, with a focus on healthcare, education, infrastructure, skills development, and community energy access.
Furthermore, he stressed the significance of empowering and involving communities, noting that empowered communities are more inclined to engage positively and contribute to shared objectives, thereby mitigating agitation and violence.
Ezugworie commended the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and the government for their endeavors in securing oil and gas assets, acknowledging the positive impact of collaborative efforts on industry stability. He also lauded recent governmental initiatives, such as the signed Executive Orders in the oil and gas sector.
Regarding investment inflows, Ezugworie highlighted the importance of Seplat Energy’s ANOH gas plant, anticipated to revolutionize domestic gas supply upon completion. He also underscored the value created by successful divestment programs undertaken by international oil companies (IOCs), contributing to industry sustainability and the Nigerian economy.
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In terms of security measures, Ezugworie emphasized the necessity for enhanced pipeline inspections utilizing advanced technologies like sensors, drones, and robots. He stressed the importance of expedited response times to effectively address security challenges.
Concluding his remarks, Ezugworie emphasized the imperative of heightened collaboration, intelligence sharing, and coordination among government agencies and industry stakeholders to enhance security outcomes and ensure the stability of Nigeria’s energy sector.
