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Nigeria’s drive for a more efficient petroleum industry received a boost as the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited agreed to deepen their partnership.
The commitment was made during a meeting between NMDPRA Chief Executive, Mallam Rabiu Abdullahi Umar, and NNPC Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, in Abuja.
The discussions focused on improving gas development, resolving operational challenges and strengthening regulatory efficiency.
Both leaders said closer collaboration is needed to improve the performance of Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
They also stressed the importance of continuous engagement between the two institutions to tackle industry challenges.
The meeting explored ways to build capacity and make the petroleum sector more efficient and investor-friendly.
Mallam Umar reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to working closely with NNPC to achieve shared industry goals.
The renewed partnership is expected to support sustainable growth and improve the overall operation of the petroleum industry.
For millions of Nigerians, stronger cooperation between the two key institutions could help create a more stable and better-managed energy sector.
The meeting reflects the government’s continued efforts to strengthen collaboration in driving reforms and long-term growth in Nigeria’s petroleum industry.