The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) says the re-entry into Ogoniland is not just about oil production but a historic milestone for reconciliation, justice, and community development under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Speaking at the presentation of the Ogoni Consultations Report at the State House, Abuja, Tinubu acknowledged the sacrifices of the Ogoni people, noting their decades of pain.
“This milestone reflects the spirit of the Renewed Hope Agenda, which commits to building a stronger country, attracting responsible investment, and ensuring community development for national progress,” Tinubu said.
NNPC’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Bashir Ojulari, echoed the President’s sentiments, describing the re-entry as a bold step toward healing, justice, and national prosperity.
“The re-entry into Ogoniland is not just about oil and gas. It is about justice, healing, and charting a new future for our nation,” Ojulari said, adding that it represents a chance to show how equity, environmental stewardship, and nation-building can co-exist.
Ojulari praised the role of National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, for convening stakeholders to build consensus, and Prof. Don Baridam’s committee for a transparent and inclusive process.
He assured that NNPC will prioritise community engagement, infrastructure investment, and local enterprise support. Initiatives such as road construction, infrastructure upgrades, and economic empowerment are already underway.
“NNPC Ltd. is determined to transform Ogoni land from a symbol of conflict into a beacon of reconciliation, renewal, and sustainable progress,” Ojulari said.
Ribadu, in his remarks, stressed that sustainable progress in Ogoniland was achievable through collaboration.
