NUPRC Inaugurates New Board Members to Boost Oil Sector
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) inaugurated its new board members on April 28, 2026. Senator Magnus Abe was appointed as the chairman of the board.
The inauguration aimed to boost the commission's capacity to meet its statutory mandate and enhance leadership and oversight in Nigeria's oil and gas sector. Mr. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, the commission's chief executive, emphasized the importance of the board in navigating the current volatility in oil and gas prices, particularly influenced by the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.
The board includes notable members such as Engr. Sundai Babalola, Engr. Paul Jezhi, Bashari Indabawa, and Muham Sabo Lamido, among others. The event underscored the federal government's commitment to strengthening Nigeria's petroleum sector, with a focus on ensuring effective management and strategic work to uplift the commission and the country.
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