PWDs further urged their inclusion in the assessment of host community needs to ensure their interests were properly represented and addressed.
Mr Ekpo said the selection process was rigorous.
Mr Kayri identified crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism as major challenges confronting NNPCL.
“The licence, therefore, authorises TGS-PetroData Offshore to carry out non-exclusive petroleum exploration operations on a multi-client basis.”
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Seven communities at the SPDC estuary area in Bayelsa have insisted on their autonomy in development matters.
The new president showed sincerity of purpose, genuineness, and clarity of mind.
The new Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 restructured and empowered the NNPC as a new entity.
