Baskadia

BY ETTAH EMMANUEL O.

In a landmark meeting at the Eastern Naval Command Headquarters in Calabar, Cross River State, Hon. Ukpong Umo, Special Adviser for Oil & Gas, led his team in a productive session aimed at bolstering collaboration between the oil and gas sector and the Nigerian Navy. The Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Eastern Naval Command, Rear Admiral Rear Admiral S.A Akinwande alongside senior naval officers, warmly welcomed Hon. Ukpong Umo and his team, signifying a shared commitment to enhancing the nation's energy landscape.

The gathering served as a platform for in-depth discussions on innovative approaches to propel the oil and gas industry forward, leveraging the expertise and resources of both the public and private sectors. Key focal points included strengthening maritime security to safeguard oil and gas assets, optimizing operational efficiencies, and exploring avenues for sustainable development within the sector.

Hon. Ukpong Umo expressed gratitude for the warm reception and underscored the importance of synergy between the oil and gas industry and the Nigerian Navy in fostering a conducive environment for growth and investment. The collaborative efforts aim to address challenges such as pipeline vandalism, illegal bunkering, and other threats to the industry's integrity, thereby ensuring uninterrupted production and distribution of oil and gas resources.

With a shared vision of driving economic prosperity through the responsible management of Nigeria's abundant energy resources, the partnership between Hon. Ukpong Umo's team and the Eastern Naval Command marks a significant step towards realizing the full potential of the nation's oil and gas sector. By harnessing collective expertise and resources, the collaboration is poised to create a conducive environment for sustainable growth, innovation, and prosperity in the oil and gas industry.

Published by: Ettah Emmanuel O.

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