The Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) says it will partner the Nasarawa State Government and private sector players in the oil and gas sector to grow the nation’s economy.
Its Group Managing Director(GMD), Omele Kyari, stated this while delivering a key note address on energy at the ongoing Nasarawa Investment Summit in Lafia.
Represented by Executive Vice President, Gas, Power and New Energy, Olalekan Ogunleye, he said the development of the gas sector presents a unique opportunity to leverage energy solution using gas to enhance energy security.
According to Kyari, Nasarawa State is undoubtedly blessed with substantial natural gas reserve with the potential to power industry, drive economic growth and improve the lives of citizens.
The GMD said that NNPC was fully committed to working with the government and people of Nasarawa State to unlock the full potentials of the state’s natural resources for the benefit of the state and the country at large.
He commended Gov. Abdullahi Sule for taking a difficult decision that paved the way for Nasarawa State to become a home not just for mineral resources and agriculture, but also a home for energy.
On his part, Gov. Abdullahi Sule, while wooing investors to invest in the oil and gas sector, said that the state had created a conducive business environment for investors.