NNPCL PLEDGES TO PROVIDING MEDICAL CENTRES AND HEALTH SUPPORT ACROSS THE COUNTRY 03-03-25
By Sadiq Aminu The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has expressed its commitment to adding value to various sectors and communities across Nigeria.
Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPCL, Olufemi Soneye, said this during a stakeholders’ engagement with the National Assembly Press Corps in Abuja.
Mr. Soneye emphasized the vital role of the oil sector in Nigeria’s economic and social development, stressing that NNPCL remains dedicated to not just fueling vehicles but also driving national progress.
Reaffirming NNPCL’s commitment to national development, Mr. Soneye outlined several initiatives that demonstrate the company’s resolve to improve lives across Nigeria.
He highlighted the efforts of the NNPC Foundation, which has conducted 1,000 free cataract surgeries in the Southwest, restoring sight to many individuals.
Mr. Soneye, also said NNPCL is collaborating with Afreximbank to complete the African Medical Center of Excellence, a 500-bed hospital that will specialize in oncology, hematology, cardiology, and advanced medical training for Nigerians.
He highlighted the importance of oil beyond its commercial value, describing it as the backbone of Nigeria’s economic growth, industrialization, and social progress.
Mr. Soneye, noted that the energy sector remains a major employer, generating opportunities for millions of Nigerians, from exploration fields to refining plants and beyond.
According to Soneye, oil provides the energy that lights homes, fuels transportation systems, and serves as the foundation for critical industries such as plastics, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture.
Chief Corporate Communications Officer, reaffirmed NNPCL’s commitment to ensuring energy accessibility, economic stability, and fostering global partnerships that strengthen the oil industry for the benefit of Nigerians.
He emphasized that the company is determined to harness the nation’s oil resources efficiently while aligning with global best practices in environmental sustainability and energy efficiency.
He called for collective efforts in driving policies and innovations that will secure the prosperity of Nigeria, urging all stakeholders to remain committed to national development.