Isaac Money – Yenagoa
The Minister of State for Petroleum (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri
has assured oil producing host communities of the President Bola Tinubu led-administration’s commitment to their welfare.
Lokpobiri spoke when he received a delegation from the Peretorugbene Federated Communities of Ekeremor LGA in Bayelsa state during the week said the administration was actively committed to enhancing the welfare of host communities, particularly in the context of oil production and mining activities.
In a statement made available in Yenagoa, Lokpobiri, who highlighted the government’s focus in ensuring that the benefits of oil production extend to local communities said: “The success of the oil industry relies on the active participation of all stakeholders, particularly the host communities whose welfare 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” he added.
The minister who further assured them of immediate steps being taken by government to addressing all the issues they raised, including matters related to the Host Communities Trust Fund, urged them to continue their unwavering support to the Federal Government in ramping up oil production.
“I commend you for your unwavering support and partnership with the Federal Government in safeguarding our shared resources”, he said .
During the visit, members of the host communities had expressed their displeasure over perceived neglect by multinational oil operators within their communities.
