The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, says the Ministry is working diligently with Security Agencies to ensure a Safe and Secure Environment for Oil Exploration and Production.
Ekpo gave this assurance on Wednesday in Abuja at the ongoing 2025 Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES), with the Theme, “Bridging Continents: Connecting Investors Worldwide with Africa’s Energy Potential.”
He made these Remarks during the Africa Upstream Forum, which focused on the Subtheme “From Resources to Revenue.”
The Forum convened Visionary Leaders and top Petroleum Producers, highlighting Africa’s vast Resources, transformative Exploration Advancements, and Innovative Strategies.
Ekpo said: “You are the Producers who produce the Energy that serve the Transportation System, Industries and Power Sector, among others.
“We are working with the Security Operatives to ensure Safe Environment for your Operation.
“With good Relationship with the Host Communities, we are hopeful that the Communities will be stabilised because most of the Amenities needed have been provided, and there will be peace,’’ he added.
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