NOSDRA parters SDN to boost environmental stewardship in oil and gas

The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) and Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) have reaffirmed their commitment to a long-standing partnership in promoting environmental sustainability in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.

The assurance was made during a courtesy visit by SDN’s Executive Director, Adam Heal, and his team to NOSDRA’s Director-General/Chief Executive, Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke, at the Agency’s office.

According to NOSDRA DG, the visit was to leverage their combined expertise to promote sustainable practices, reduce pollution, and ensure a cleaner environment for future generations.

Woke said the collaboration between NOSDRA and SDN dates back to 2013 and has yielded innovative tools to tackle pollution, including the Nigerian Oil Spill Monitor, National Gas Flare Tracker, and the Methane Tracker.

He added that the tools have improved transparency and accountability in the oil and gas pollution industry.

He acknowledged the significance of these tools and expressed his commitment to sustaining the partnership with SDN to enhance environmental management in Nigeria’s petroleum industry.

Also, the NOSDRA DG commended SDN’s involvement in the Ogoni clean-up project, specifically in testing soil and water samples.

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He emphasized NOSDRA’s mandate to ensure a clean and secure environment in the nation’s petroleum industry.

Earlier, SDN’s Executive Director, Adam Heal, expressed enthusiasm for the potential growth and development of the Agency under Woke’s leadership.

Heal emphasized his anticipation for continued collaboration between NOSDRA and SDN, stating that, “We look forward to many more years of a fruitful partnership between our organisations.”