The MoU was signed during a brief ceremony at NLNG's Corporate Head Office, with Dr. Philip Mshelbila, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NLNG, and Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, the Managing Director of NDDC, in attendance along with executives from both organizations.
This collaboration aims to empower communities in the region, promote local content and capacity development, and work with stakeholders along the value chain to effectively deliver sustainable development projects.
Dr. Mshelbila expressed NLNG's aspiration to set a positive precedent for such collaborations in the Niger Delta region and replicate the success of its projects across the area. He emphasized NLNG's commitment to working closely with NDDC to maximize the impact of their collective efforts, aligning with their vision of "helping to build a better Nigeria."
He stated, “Today, we are proud to formalise our partnership with NDDC, an organisation empowered to deliver development projects in this vital region of our nation.
“At Nigeria LNG, our journey has always been guided by a commitment to seek strategic partners in sustainable development.
“This commitment is deeply rooted in our core values and principles, and it drives us to continuously explore innovative avenues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. Our partnership with NDDC is evidence of this commitment.”
Continuing, he said, “Our dedication to the sustainable development of our host communities in health, education, economic development, and infrastructural development remains unwavering.
“We understand that our success is linked to the well-being and prosperity of the communities in which we operate. Therefore, investing in projects and initiatives that empower these communities, promote social inclusion, and foster economic growth is an ethical responsibility.
“We believe that the highest standards of project execution and accountability are essential to achieving our sustainable development outcomes.
“We intend to share knowledge and build capacity with NDDC to make these outcomes feasible,” Dr. Mshelbila added. ”
