NUPRC and Defence Ministry Collaborate on Oil Security

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Federal Ministry of Defence have entered into a partnership to improve the security of Nigeria's oil and gas installations. This collaboration focuses on non-kinetic interventions to enhance production stability and community engagement.

Mr. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, the Chief Executive of NUPRC, emphasized the importance of this long-standing partnership in addressing crude oil theft and safeguarding critical energy assets. The initiative aims to deploy advanced technology, including drone surveillance, to monitor oil and gas operations across the country.

The partnership also seeks to establish a governance structure to ensure long-term sustainability in the sector. General Christoph Gwabin Musa (Rtd) from the Ministry of Defence introduced a non-kinetic national security intervention model to promote stability in Nigeria's upstream petroleum sector.

This initiative includes engaging youth in oil-producing communities through sports-based programs and addressing the root causes of insecurity.