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NNPC Ltd, PSC Contractors Resolve Disputes, Renew PSC Leases

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Less than a month after the unveiling of NNPC Ltd by Mr. President, NNPC Ltd and its Production Sharing Contract (PSC) Contractors are pleased to announce the execution of fully termed agreements for the renegotiated PSCs.

During an event to mark the landmark achievement held today at the NNPC Towers in Abuja, the parties renewed their agreements in five Oil Mining Leases (OMLs 128,130,132, 133, and 138), a development that would not only unlock further investments in the upstream sector and boost investors’ confidence but would also unlock over $500bn in revenue for the country.

Group CEO, NNPC Ltd, Mallam Mele Kyari, said renegotiations of the assets were in line with the provisions of section 311 of the PIA with other improvements to the PSCs aimed at driving performance in the PSC operations.

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Speaking further, Kyari said the negotiations were completed within the timeframe specified by PIA for all re-negotiated PSCs, stressing that “the “meaning of this is that there is now a great deal of clarity between NNPC Ltd and its partners in the deep water space.”

Kyari commended President Muhammadu Buhari for his leadership in providing theNNPC Ltd and its Contractors the opportunity to achieve the milestone through thePIA, thereby offering more opportunities for boosting the nation’s crude oil production and revenue base.

In his remarks, Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, Mr. Osagie Okunbor described the execution of OML 133 PSC contract as significant progress towards harnessing the deep-water resources of Nigeria.

Also speaking, the Chairman/Managing Director of Exxon Mobil Companies in Nigeria,Mr. Richard Laing noted that the renewal of the Usan and Erha leases validates his company’s commitment to maintaining a significant deepwater presence in Nigeria,through Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Deepwater) Limited.

On his part, Chairman/Managing Director of Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), Mr. Rick Kennedy said Chevron is proud of its strong partnership with Nigeria and its various partners and remains also committed to supporting the country to develop its energy resources safely and reliably.

The recent negotiations will put to rest the protracted dispute between the NNPC Ltd and the Contractor Parties in Oil Mining Leases (OMLs) 125, 128, 130, 132 and 133, as well as 138 PSCs). The PSCs and their leases, except OML 130, will run for another 20 years term under pre-PIA laws, while OML130 is to be renewed under PIA terms.

The PIA in Section 31m(2) stipulates that new PSC agreements under new Heads of Terms will be signed between NNPC Ltd as Concessionaire and her Contractor Parties within one year of signing the PIA into law, giving a deadline of 15th August 2022.

This provision paved the way for the resolution of lingering disputes which created investment uncertainty and stifled new investments in the nation’s deep offshore assets.

To achieve this, NNPC Ltd leveraged on the near-end term of the PSCs and the parties’ interest to renew the PSCs as a negotiation currency in bringing the contractors to work towards trading the past for the future.

These renewed PSCs would provide several benefits such as improved long-term relationships with contractors, elimination of contractual ambiguities, especially in relation to gas terms, and enable early contract renewal amongst others.

In a statement by Group General Manger public affairs Division NNPC Limited Garba Deen Muhammad said the signing ceremony was witnessed by the Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva; Board Members of NNPC Ltd, led by the Chairman, Senator, Margerie Chuba Okadigbo; Chief Executive of NUPRC, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe; Chief Executive of NMDPRA, Mr. Faruk Ahmed and the Executive Chairman, Federal InlandRevenue Service (FIRS), Mr. Muhammad Namu.

NNPC Ltd, PSC Contractors Resolve Disputes, Renew PSC Leases

Less than a month after the unveiling of NNPC Ltd by Mr. President, NNPC Ltd and its Production Sharing Contract (PSC) Contractors are pleased to announce the execution of fully termed agreements for the renegotiated PSCs.

During an event to mark the landmark achievement held today at the NNPC Towers in Abuja, the parties renewed their agreements in five Oil Mining Leases (OMLs 128,130,132, 133, and 138), a development that would not only unlock further investments in the upstream sector and boost investors’ confidence but would also unlock over $500bn in revenue for the country.

Group CEO, NNPC Ltd, Mallam Mele Kyari, said renegotiations of the assets were in line with the provisions of section 311 of the PIA with other improvements to the PSCs aimed at driving performance in the PSC operations.

Speaking further, Kyari said the negotiations were completed within the timeframe specified by PIA for all re-negotiated PSCs, stressing that “the “meaning of this is that there is now a great deal of clarity between NNPC Ltd and its partners in the deep water space.”

Kyari commended President Muhammadu Buhari for his leadership in providing theNNPC Ltd and its Contractors the opportunity to achieve the milestone through thePIA, thereby offering more opportunities for boosting the nation’s crude oil production and revenue base.

In his remarks, Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, Mr. Osagie Okunbor described the execution of OML 133 PSC contract as significant progress towards harnessing the deep-water resources of Nigeria.

Also speaking, the Chairman/Managing Director of Exxon Mobil Companies in Nigeria,Mr. Richard Laing noted that the renewal of the Usan and Erha leases validates his company’s commitment to maintaining a significant deepwater presence in Nigeria,through Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Deepwater) Limited.

On his part, Chairman/Managing Director of Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), Mr. Rick Kennedy said Chevron is proud of its strong partnership with Nigeria and its various partners and remains also committed to supporting the country to develop its energy resources safely and reliably.

The recent negotiations will put to rest the protracted dispute between the NNPC Ltd and the Contractor Parties in Oil Mining Leases (OMLs) 125, 128, 130, 132 and 133, as well as 138 PSCs). The PSCs and their leases, except OML 130, will run for another 20 years term under pre-PIA laws, while OML130 is to be renewed under PIA terms.

The PIA in Section 31m(2) stipulates that new PSC agreements under new Heads of Terms will be signed between NNPC Ltd as Concessionaire and her Contractor Parties within one year of signing the PIA into law, giving a deadline of 15th August 2022.

This provision paved the way for the resolution of lingering disputes which created investment uncertainty and stifled new investments in the nation’s deep offshore assets.

To achieve this, NNPC Ltd leveraged on the near-end term of the PSCs and the parties’ interest to renew the PSCs as a negotiation currency in bringing the contractors to work towards trading the past for the future.

These renewed PSCs would provide several benefits such as improved long-term relationships with contractors, elimination of contractual ambiguities, especially in relation to gas terms, and enable early contract renewal amongst others.

In a statement by Group General Manger public affairs Division NNPC Limited Garba Deen Muhammad said the signing ceremony was witnessed by the Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva; Board Members of NNPC Ltd, led by the Chairman, Senator, Margerie Chuba Okadigbo; Chief Executive of NUPRC, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe; Chief Executive of NMDPRA, Mr. Faruk Ahmed and the Executive Chairman, Federal InlandRevenue Service (FIRS), Mr. Muhammad Namu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Almajiri Returns Lost Phones Worth Over 2.5 Million Naira

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Haruna Adamu left who found the phones ,right Ibrahim Muhammad Abdullahi the owner

Haruna Adamu, a 37-year-old resident of Kano who recites Quran at Tsangayar Malam Sani, has returned lost phones worth over 2.5 million Naira at Masjidurrahma Mosque in Kano.

The owner of the phones, Ibrahim Muhammad Abu Abdallah, recounted that after prayers, the Muazzin usually cautioned people to take care of their pockets. However, upon checking his pockets after prayers, Abdallah realized his two phones, worth over 2.5 million Naira, were missing. He recalled having visited the mosque’s toilet during that time.

The two phones, both with two terabytes of storage, were essential for Abdallah’s work, and he expressed immense gratitude upon their recovery through Haruna Adamu after forgetting them inside the toilet . He acknowledged that losing the phones could have resulted in a loss of over 20 million Naira due to the valuable data they contained.

The mosque later announced the discovery of the phones, which were found by another worshipperi inside the toilets Mosque , Haruna Adamu , a 37-year-old resident of Tarauni located close to the Mosque. Adamu, who is staying at Tsangayar Malam Sani for Quranic memorization and recitation, returned the phones promptly.

Masjidurrahma is a multi-million Naira Mosque situated along Maiduguri Road,Kano built by renowned businessman AY Maikifi and recently commissioned by Sultan of Sokoto Muhammad Saad Abubakar.

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In appreciation, Abdallah later gifted 100 thousand Naira to Haruna Adamu for his honesty. Adamu resides at Tsangayar Malam Sani, where he recites and memorizes the entire Quran in Tarauni local government area.

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Ace Nigerian Journalist and Parliamentarian Dies at 86, Governor Yusuf Offers Condolences

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Late Sidi Ali

 

The First Republic politician and Second Republic parliamentarian reportedly died in Kano on Thursday evening at 86.

Late Sidi Ali was a prolific writer with National dailies and was one of the Nigerian journalist who covered the civil war.

In his later life, he was a stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a member of the party’s Elders Committee in Kano State.

The elder statesman spent years serving the Nigerian International Press Centre, Ministry of Information and National Broadcasting Commission, among other critical institutions.

Born in Kano but raised in Ghana, Ali’s wide travels reportedly influenced his love for journalism and communication.

 

In his 2018 birthday message, ex-President Muhammadu Buhari noted that Ali spent most of his life serving the country as a Public Affairs Officer, “most remarkably for ensuring accurate and balanced information on government activities during and after the Civil War.

 

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has condoled with the families of late Sidi Ali who died Thursday evening at the age of 86.

In a statement by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf described late Sidi Ali as a trusted Public Affairs Officer who worked hard to ensure the flow of true stories during the Civil war.

The Governor also noted the positive contributions of the deceased as a Senator in the Second Republic in shaping the Senate and the overall development of democracy in the country.

On behalf of the Government and people of Kano State, Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir extend condolences to his families, prayed for the repose of his soul, Aljannah be his final resting place, the courage and the fortitude to bear the loss.

 

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Nigeria Police Restore Presence to Kano Anti-Corruption Agency, Affirms Chairman Muhuyi Magaji

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Kano, Nigeria –  The Nigeria Police have reinstated their presence at the Kano Anti-Corruption Agency, as confirmed by Chairman Muhuyi Magaji in an address to journalists on Friday morning at his office.

Magaji, while speaking, underscored the importance of the nearly decade-long positive working relationship between the agency and the police. He acknowledged the inherent challenges in combating corruption, emphasizing the vital role of cooperation from security agencies.

“We appreciate their cooperation and the security agencies’ efforts in allaying fears,” Magaji stated, highlighting the ongoing personal audit being conducted. He reassured the public that despite recent developments, critical assignments are being diligently managed by both the police and the agency.

There are cases prone to compromise, but we have remained steadfast in our professionalism, which reflects in our success,” Magaji asserted. He cited instances where states like Bauchi and Benue have expressed interest in emulating Kano’s anti-corruption efforts.

Expressing gratitude to the media for their support, Magaji affirmed the agency’s unwavering commitment to its mandate and vowed not to be swayed from their objectives. “We must be resilient and persistent,” he declared, assuring the government and people of Kano State of their dedication.

Acknowledging the collaborative efforts with the police, Magaji attributed the agency’s success to collective support. “There are those who seek to intimidate us, but we are grateful for steadfast partners,” he remarked.

In conclusion, Magaji affirmed the commission’s determination to uphold justice and accountability, pledging to pursue the right course of action regardless of challenges.

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