• Inaugurates first student branch at UniPort
The Nigerian Gas Association (NGA) is focusing on undergraduates of petroleum and gas engineering to drive the goal of sustainable gas utilisation.
Executive Secretary of the association, Taji Ogbe, who spoke at the inauguration of the first student chapter of the association at the University of Port Harcourt (UniPort), said the trajectory of the industry at the moment is tilting towards gas utilisation and there is need to build human capacity to sustain it.
According to him, experts have identified that human capital is going to be a problem somewhere along the line as the nation is trying to achieve its decade of gas objectives.
“So, we have to start encouraging and equipping the people who are already well-positioned to fill that gap right now.
“The president of the association, Akachukwu Nwokedi, who is the company secretary of Nigeria LNG harped on grassroots development.
He said: “Grassroots for our association means students’ level and how the association can impart them at this stage and guide their pathway.”
The youth liaison and programme analysis advisor for the NGA, Fashola Adeyemi, said the establishment of the student chapter of the association is a testament to their commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders in the gas industry.
He explained that the student chapter is aimed at providing a platform for students to engage with industry professionals, gain practical insights, and explore career opportunities within the sector.
“At Nigerian Gas Association, we recognise the importance of nurturing young talents and fostering innovation. Through initiatives like our student chapter, we aim to bridge the gap between academia and industry, ensuring that students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the gas sector. Collaborating with UniPort has been instrumental in bringing this vision to life.”
President of the students’ chapter, Oluwaseyi Adeyinu, expressed joy at the initiative.
“We have plans to work with the national body to make people know about the influence of gas in our everyday activities because Nigeria is a gas province. It is disappointing to know that we are not utilising our gas reserve,” he added.
