Shell, Okunbor recognised for contributions to Nigeria’s gas development

President, Nigerian Gas Association (NGA), Akachukwu Nwokedi (left); Managing Director, Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), Osagie Okunbor; Shell Principal Adviser, Governance, and Information Management, Ifeoma Okonkwo; Manager, Corporate Planning & Strategy, NLNG, Akintunde Adetunji and Financial Secretary, NGA, Chukwuemeka Iheme, during NGA’s courtesy visit to SPDC Office in Lagos.

The Nigerian Gas Association (NGA) has recognised and expressed deep appreciation to the Managing Director of The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) and Country Chair of Shell Companies in Nigeria, Osagie Okunbor, and the company, for the outstanding contributions to the advancement of Nigeria’s gas sector.

The NGA’s Executive Council members during a recent courtesy visit to SPDC commended Okunbor and Shell for their pivotal role in collaborating with the association on crucial advocacy and industry initiatives.

NGA President, Akachukwu Nwokedi lauded Okunbor and Shells consistent support and active involvement in initiatives aimed at harnessing Nigeria’s vast gas reserves for commercialisation.

Nwokedi reiterated the NGA’s commitment to becoming a leading resource centre for the gas industry, promoting investment opportunities in Nigeria’s gas sector through global advocacy and targeted industry forums/events.

Responding, Okunbor appreciated the NGA’s unwavering focus and alignment on critical industry issues, noting that the association has served as a disciplined platform for gas advocacy while remaining consistent with its objectives. He reaffirmed Shell’s commitment to supporting the NGA and actively contributing to unlocking the vast potential of gas in Nigeria.