By Obiabin Onukwugha
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has revealed plans to establish an NCDMB Centre of Excellence on Gas Development at theDelta State University in Abraka, reiterating its commitment to capacity building in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
The agency made the commitment during a high-level visit to the institution, led by the Executive Secretary, NCDMB, Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, (FNSE, FIPS), and accompanied by representatives of Seplat Energy, on Monday.
During the in visit, the agency reaffirmed the Board’s resolve to deliver the project.
Speaking on behalf of the Executive Secretary, the Director of Corporate Services, NCDMB, Dr. Abdulmalik Halilu, underscored the strategic importance of the Centre in deepening local capacity and advancing gas development in line with national priorities.
Representing industry partners, Simeon Ogari reiterated Seplat Energy’s commitment to the initiative, noting that the Centre would serve as a critical platform for research, innovation and skills development within the oil and gas industry. He also commended the university for hosting the facility.
In a related remark, the General Manager, Midstream, NCDMB, Mr. Silas Ajimijaye, urged the university to take ownership of the project and ensure its effective and purposeful utilization.
Responding, the Vice Chancellor, Samuel Ogheneovo Asagba, assured both NCDMB and Seplat Energy of the institution’s commitment to maximizing the Centre’s potential, pledging sustained research output and institutional support to guarantee its success.
