The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and the Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to leverage shared aspirations and collaborate on diverse fronts in the delivery of sustainable development projects in the Niger Delta region.

The MoU was signed by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NLNG, Dr Philip Mshelbila, and NDDC’s Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, in the presence of executives from both organisations at NLNG’s Corporate Head Office in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

As part of the pact, the two organisations agreed to collaborate and partner to empower communities in the region, promote local content and capacity development, and work with stakeholders along the value chain to deliver sustainable development projects effectively.

Mshelbila, in his remarks, stated that through the partnership with NDDC, the NLNG aspires to set a precedent for how such collaborations can drive positive change in the Niger Delta region. He said NLNG’s goal was to replicate the success of its projects and initiatives across the Niger Delta, working closely with NDDC to maximise the impact of collective efforts.

He stated that the goal aligns with its vision of “helping to build a better Nigeria”.

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The NLNG boss added: “Our dedication to the sustainable development of our host communities in health, education, economic development, and infrastructural development remains unwavering. We understand that our success is linked to the well-being and prosperity of the communities in which we operate.

“Therefore, investing in projects and initiatives that empower these communities, promote social inclusion, and foster economic growth is an ethical responsibility.

“We believe that the highest standards of project execution and accountability are essential to achieving our sustainable development outcomes. We intend to share knowledge and build capacity with NDDC to make these outcomes feasible.”

Also speaking, the NDDC’s Managing Director stated that the pact demonstrated unity towards sustainable development and progress in Nigeria.

He noted that the MoU heralds a new era of collaboration for the betterment of the Niger Delta region and the nation.

“It is a testament to the power of unified action in addressing the complex challenges faced by the Niger Delta region and the nation. The NDDC and NLNG are poised to create a more prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable future for Nigeria and its people,” Ogbuku added.

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