Nigeria’s Oil Minister, Dr. Heineken Lokpobiri, has said that President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government is committed to enhancing the welfare of host communities, especially in the area of oil production and mining activities.
The minister highlighted the government’s focus on ensuring that the benefits of oil production extend to local communities.
According to him, “The success of the oil industry relies on the active participation of all stakeholders, particularly the host communities whose welfare, he said, is paramount.
“Under the PIA and the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we are committed to addressing every necessary concern to achieve our goal of increased crude production.
“I reiterated this when I received a delegation from the Peretorugbene Federated Communities of Ekeremor LGA in Bayelsa State, who visited to express their displeasure over perceived neglect by operators within their community.”
Lokpobiri seized the opportunity to appreciate the community stakeholders for their support and partnership with the Nigerian government in “safeguarding our shared resources.”
The minister, who assured them of immediate steps to be taken in addressing all the issues they raised, including matters related to the Host Communities Trust Fund, also admonished them to continue supporting the Federal Government in ramping up oil production.
