At the 22nd edition of the World Day for Safety and Health at Work established by the International Labour Organization (ILO), Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO) has again reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to workplace safety, employee wellbeing and innovation.
SEEPCO, one of Africa’s fastest-growing oil exploration and production companies, commemorated the occasion with a week-long series of activities, with the theme, ‘Revolutionising Health and Safety: The Role of AI and Digitalisation at Work.’ The celebrations, which concluded on April 26, 2025, ahead of the global observance on April 28, stressed the evolving role of technology and digital solutions in enhancing workplace safety.
Throughout the week, employees across SEEPCO’s operational locations actively participated in various activities, including a health walk, a themed lecture on AI in workplace safety, leadership demonstrations, safety engagement sessions and health talks promoting physical wellbeing and raising awareness about site-specific health challenges. Aligned with its Health, Safety, Environment and Fire (HSEF) objectives, SEEPCO’s safety teams, had last year, conducted impactful campaigns, covering construction work safety, working at heights, fire drills, confined space entry protocols, alcohol testing for accident prevention and seasonal campaigns such as protection against lightning strikes.
On the concluding day of this year’s World Day for Safety and Health at Work, SEEPCO also emphasised on its way forward with a comprehensive digital transformation of its health and safety systems to drive operational excellence and proactive risk management.
In the coming weeks, the company said it will roll out additional technology-driven platforms, including a real-time digital incident reporting system, a digital Unsafe Act and Unsafe Condition (UAUC) reporting tool and a streamlined e-Permit to Work (PTW) system, all designed to enhance transparency, compliance, and responsiveness.
This transformation will be achieved through advanced HSEF data analytics, artificial intelligence and predictive monitoring, strengthening SEEPCO’s ability to anticipate and prevent incidents while empowering employees to play an active role in building a safer, smarter workplace.
The company said these initiatives are not just about automation; but about empowerment and giving every employee the tools needed to make better decisions, prevent harm and continuously improve.
Reinforcing its focus on professional development, SEEPCO provided the safety training through internationally accredited agencies. Notably, a National Training Course on Nucleonic Gauging Equipment, Well Logging, Waste Management and Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORMs) was conducted at the National Institute of Radiation Protection and Research (NIRPR), University of Ibadan, certifying employees as Radiation Safety Officers (RSOs).
Further advancing its environmental sustainability agenda, SEEPCO organised Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Management Awareness Training for 50 employees, building internal capacity for effective GHG management and compliance with emerging environmental regulations. As part of its commitment to emergency preparedness, the company collaborated with the Lagos State Fire Service for a joint emergency drill, strengthening inter-agency coordination and ensuring robust readiness for critical situations.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Environmental Manager, HSEF, SEEPCO, Moses Ngwoke, said safety is not just a priority but their value. “We are embracing innovation and digitalisation to revolutionise our approach to health and safety. Our commitment is unwavering, to protect lives, enhance wellbeing and build a resilient workforce for the future.”
Since its establishment in 2003, SEEPCO has embedded safety into the core of its operations across Nigeria. The company continues to drive operational excellence while contributing to Nigeria’s economic growth and championing a future where safety, technology and sustainability intertwine.
