MINISTER OF STATE FOR PETROLEUM RESOURCES (OIL), INAUGURATES THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PERMANENT SITE FOR THE BAUCHI OIL AND GAS ACADEMY, ALKALERI (BOGAA) 18-05-25
By Sadiq Aminu The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has inaugurated the construction of the permanent site for the Bauchi Oil and Gas Academy, Alkaleri (BOGAA).
In a statement, Special Adviser, Media and Communication to the Minister, Nneamaka Okafor says the Minister describes the move by the Bauchi Government as one that will contribute to the Federal Government’s human capacity development in the energy sector.
Senator Lokpobiri informed that the imperative to activate all available oil platforms for increased production, led President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to grant approvals for the issuance of all critical regulatory licenses for the Kolmani Integrated Development Projects.
“Our objective is to make every productive oil platform count towards national growth,” the Minister said.
He further highlighted the President’s broader agenda to harness the full potential of Nigeria’s energy sector in driving economic prosperity.
“The President is intentional about transforming our energy landscape into one that fuels industrial growth, creates jobs, and enhances national revenue,” he stated.
Commending Bauchi State for aligning with this national vision, the Minister noted that the establishment of the Academy demonstrates the State’s forward-thinking approach to energy sector participation.
The Minister also pointed to the abundant fossil fuel reserves within the country and stressed the importance of local capacity in managing and sustaining the sector.
He called for a strong synergy between BOGAA and the PTDF to ensure the success and sustainability of its programs.
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, appreciated the Federal Government for its support and reiterated the State’s commitment to the Academy’s success.