A key group from Nigeria's oil-producing region supports current government reforms in the energy sector. The Pan Niger Delta Forum, or PANDEF, endorsed the changes at a news conference in Abuja. Its chairman, Godknows Igali, praised President Tinubu's appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan to lead the upstream regulatory commission.
The group, representing host communities, promised to mobilize local cooperation with federal and state authorities. They called for a sustained environmental cleanup program across the entire Niger Delta, extending beyond existing projects. Igali stated these holistic reforms are crucial for the nation's economic health and global energy standing.
PANDEF also applauded other recent appointments, including the new head of the midstream and downstream authority. They believe these leadership choices signal a serious commitment to transforming the sector. The forum emphasized the need for a stable operating environment to ensure the industry's vital role continues.
The group, representing host communities, promised to mobilize local cooperation with federal and state authorities. They called for a sustained environmental cleanup program across the entire Niger Delta, extending beyond existing projects. Igali stated these holistic reforms are crucial for the nation's economic health and global energy standing.
PANDEF also applauded other recent appointments, including the new head of the midstream and downstream authority. They believe these leadership choices signal a serious commitment to transforming the sector. The forum emphasized the need for a stable operating environment to ensure the industry's vital role continues.
