Lafia, March 29, 2023 – Crude oil exploration in Nasarawa State by NNPCL started officially on Tuesday with President Muhammadu Buhari flagging off the activities.
The President performed the flag-off virtually.
He expressed optimism that the spud-in of the Ebenyi-A Well located in Obi Local Government Area of the Nasarawa State would ultimately deliver outcomes that would benefit the surrounding communities and the nation.
The President thanked the government and people of Nasarawa State, and especially the host community, for their support and collaboration towards the success of the exploration campaign.
He commended and congratulate the NNPC, NUPRC and other partners for all their ongoing efforts in the exploration of crude oil in the country.
“Today I virtually flagged off oil exploration activities in Nasarawa State by NNPC Limited.
“The spud-in of the Ebenyi-A Well will ultimately deliver outcomes that benefit surrounding communities, lead to greater prosperity for all Nigerians, and enhance our overall energy security.
“I thank the Government and people of Nasarawa State, and especially the host community, for their support and collaboration towards the success of this exploration campai
“I have directed NNPC Limited and its partners to do everything necessary to mitigate the environmental consequences of these oil exploration activities.
“I am also very pleased that development work is already in progress following the commercial discoveries of hydrocarbons in the Kolmani Area of the Upper Benue Trough. I commend and congratulate NNPC Ltd, NUPRC and other partners for all ongoing efforts in this regard,” Buhari said. (GBN)
