Accugas Limited Launches Nigeria's First Host Communities Trust

Accugas Limited, a subsidiary of Savannah Energy PLC, inaugurated the Board of Trustees for the Accugas Host Communities Development Trust (HCDT), marking it as the first midstream HCDT in Nigeria. This inauguration is a significant milestone in Accugas's relationship with host communities in Akwa Ibom and Cross River States.

The HCDT, established under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, aims to provide a structured platform for these communities to identify and prioritize their development needs. Nkoyo Etuk, Head of Stakeholder Relations and Regional Manager, Nigeria, emphasized the importance of community participation in development initiatives.

Cynthia Nzeh, Senior Manager at NMDPRA, commended the establishment of the Trust and urged the Board to operate with integrity and accountability. Rt. Hon. Nsikak Ekong, Honourable Commissioner for Environment and Mineral Resources in Akwa Ibom State, praised Accugas for its commitment to community development and urged the Board to fulfill their responsibilities faithfully.