The Group CEO of NNPC Ltd., Mr. Mele Kyari, has called on the military to persist in its efforts against crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism, emphasizing the significant impact these measures have had on the country’s crude oil output. Kyari made this appeal during a meeting on Tuesday with the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, and other senior military officials at the NNPC Towers in Abuja....For More READ THE FULL STORY▶▶
Kyari underscored the critical role of continued and enhanced security efforts, pointing out that the recent rise in crude oil production is closely tied to the military’s active protection of vital assets, particularly pipeline infrastructure. “We’ve reached a production peak not seen in the past three years, thanks to the sustained efforts of the armed forces and other security agencies in safeguarding our essential assets,” Kyari noted.
He also praised General Musa and his team for their dedication to securing the nation’s hydrocarbon resources, especially in the Niger Delta region, acknowledging that these efforts are crucial not just for Nigeria but also for the global energy sector.
General Musa, in his comments, mentioned that the visit was intended to introduce the Monitoring Team to NNPC Ltd. This team will coordinate with the company and other stakeholders in the oil-producing regions to ensure the security of critical hydrocarbon infrastructure. General Musa affirmed the military’s ongoing commitment to enhancing security and troop performance, promising to maintain the fight against crude oil theft and to regularly evaluate their capabilities to further improve productivity..…For More READ THE FULL STORY▶▶
