BREAKING: After CBN, FAAN, Key Petroleum Commission Departments Relocate To Lagos

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission is exploring the possibility of relocating certain key units to Lagos.

The plan is contained in a memo dated February 14, 2024 and signed by Dr. Kelechi Onyekachi Ofoegbu.

The commission noted said the decision was based on “the need to enhance our service delivery, reduce operational costs, and make adequate utilization of our assets in Lagos”.

The memo reads:

In line with our objectives of improving organizational efficiency, driving industry growth, and managing office accommodation in Abuja, we are exploring the possibility of relocating certain units to Lagos.

The memo

This initiative is driven by the need to enhance our service delivery, reduce operational costs, and make adequate utilization of our assets in Lagos.

“Consequently, we are requesting that each department identify and provide a list of units that can operate independently with minimal supervision.

“Submissions on the above are expected on or before the close of business on Friday 23rd February 2024.

This is submitted for your further necessary action, please

This is coming few weeks after key departments of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN and the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) relocated it’s headquarters to Lagos citing the similar reason of enhancing efficiency.