The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Moni Pulo Limited, Seinye Lulu-Briggs, has reaffirmed the company’s faith-driven philosophy and long-term growth outlook as the indigenous oil firm held its 12th Annual Corporate Praise in Port Harcourt.

The Thanksgiving event, held at the Chapel of God International Worship Centre in Old GRA, Port Harcourt, brought together staff, management, partners, host community representatives and guests to mark what the company described as a longstanding corporate tradition.

Speaking at the gathering, Lulu-Briggs said the annual event reflects the company’s culture of gratitude and resilience. The 2026 edition was themed Unwavering Gratitude, drawn from 1 Thessalonians 5:18.

She recalled that the corporate praise tradition began twelve years ago following the formal dedication of the company to God.

Lulu-Briggs reflected on the early history of Moni Pulo, noting that its founder and pioneer chairman, O.B. Lulu-Briggs, pursued the acquisition of the company’s first oil asset despite professional advice that the field was commercially unviable.

Seven years after the acquisition, the company recorded its first oil production on March 7, 1999, becoming one of Nigeria’s earliest indigenous independent oil producers.

According to the CEO, projections had once suggested that production from the pioneer field would have ended more than a decade ago. However, she said operations have continued beyond expectations.

Lulu-Briggs attributed the company’s stability partly to strong operational management and what she described as divine guidance.

She also stated that the company had recorded a year without accidents, security incidents or conflicts with host communities.

Lulu-Briggs said the company remains in good standing with regulatory authorities and was among the first indigenous firms to fully comply with host community trust requirements under the Petroleum Industry Act.

Through the Host Community Development Trust framework, the company has undertaken several projects, including health facilities, renovated schools, civic halls, boreholes, solar lighting installations and livelihood support programmes in host communities.

She also noted that the company recorded workforce growth over the past year while retaining all staff and management members.

Looking ahead, Lulu-Briggs disclosed that the company is currently developing gas reserves discovered in areas previously believed to be depleted.

She described the discovery as marking a new phase of operations requiring technical partnerships and strong financial discipline.

Declaring that the company has entered what she called a “season of increase,” the CEO said Moni Pulo is focused on expanding operations and strengthening its gas development portfolio.

Also speaking at the event, the Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Ngozi Odu, commended the company for its contributions to the state’s economy and community development efforts.

She said Moni Pulo’s commitment to ethical values and a consistent culture of gratitude had set a positive example for corporate organisations across the country.

Delivering the sermon, the founding pastor of Graceland International Churches, David Zilley Aggrey, urged worshippers to remain obedient, grateful and steadfast in faith.

Referencing the biblical story of King David and the Ark of God, Aggrey cautioned against altering divine instructions for convenience, emphasising the importance of obedience and trust during difficult periods.

The event concluded with the presentation of gifts to female staff and the wives of male employees as part of the company’s appreciation activities.