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September 26, (THEWILL) — The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has described its re-entry into Ogoniland as a historic milestone that goes beyond oil production, symbolising justice, healing, and national reconciliation in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Speaking at the presentation of the Ogoni Consultations Report at the State House, Abuja, on Wednesday, President Tinubu acknowledged the sacrifices of the Ogoni people, stressing that the initiative reflects the government’s recognition of their long years of pain.
“We are not, as a government, taking lightly the years of pain endured in Ogoniland. We recognise that, otherwise we would not be here today… We declare with conviction that hope is here and is back with us,” the President said.
In a statement on Friday, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, quoted the Group Chief Executive Officer, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, as reaffirming the company’s commitment to the Ogoni re-entry plan.
He described the development as a bold step towards equity, prosperity, and inclusive nation-building.
“The re-entry into Ogoniland is not just about oil and gas. It is about justice, healing, and charting a new future for our nation.
“It demonstrates that equity can exist in national development, and that oil can co-exist with environmental stewardship and community prosperity,” Ojulari said.
Ojulari commended the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, for convening a committee that brought stakeholders together to achieve consensus.
He also praised the work of Professor Don Baridam and members of the Presidential Committee for producing a report that, he said, reflects fairness and inclusivity.
He further assured that NNPC Ltd would prioritise community engagement, infrastructure development, and local enterprise support in Ogoniland.
According to him, the company has already embarked on road construction, infrastructure upgrades, and economic empowerment programmes designed to rebuild trust.
“NNPC Ltd is determined to transform Ogoniland from a symbol of conflict into a beacon of reconciliation, renewal, and sustainable progress,” he added.
Ribadu, in his remarks, said the breakthrough underscored the power of collaboration, while Professor Baridam thanked the President for his commitment to dialogue-driven solutions that restored trust and renewed hope among host communities.
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