The Host Communities Producing Oil, Gas and Pipeline Impacted States Youth Council of Nigeria and its Board of Trustees have expressed deep gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the award of an oil block to High Chief Henry Ojogho, founder of Broron Oil & Gas Group and a distinguished son of the Niger Delta.
A statement by Comrade Emmanuel Fiawei Pathfinder, the National President of HOSTCOM Youths Council, expressed appreciation for the transparency and integrity demonstrated in the 2024 Oil Mining Licence (OML) bid process, which led to the award of the oil block to Chief Ojogho.
Pathfinder hailed Ojogho as a distinguished son of the Niger Delta, known for his contributions as a technocrat, industrialist, and philanthropist.
He said his leadership at Broron Oil and Gas Group is highlighted, particularly regarding the employment of an indigenous workforce and initiatives that support local capacity building.
He underscored the necessity for local content development in the oil and gas sector, aligning with the Nigerian Content Act of 2010 and advocated for reforms that empower indigenous operators in the industry.
Pathfinder said the efforts of the industrialist through the Henry Ojogho Foundation (HOF) to empower the youth in Isoko land, particularly in education and mentorship, are emphasised as crucial initiatives for grassroots development.
He recollected Ojogho’s role in Nigeria’s pro-democracy movement and that his alliance with President Tinubu reinforced their shared commitment to national unity and economic progress.
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The HOSTCOM youths boss acknowledged the economic and security challenges facing Nigeria as inherited issues from previous administrations, rather than problems created by the current leadership under President Tinubu.
He urged Nigerians to support President Tinubu in his governance efforts, noting his past successes in transforming Lagos State and his commitment to carrying out his mandate even amidst difficulties.
He expressed solidarity with President Tinubu and Ojogho and advocated for more robust involvement of local players in the oil and gas sector while addressing the challenges inherited from past governance.