CDS Reaffirms Military’s Commitment to Securing Nigeria’s Oil Sector, Targets 2.2 Million BPD
CDS Reaffirms Military’s Commitment to Securing Nigeria’s Oil Sector, Targets 2.2 Million BPD
CDS Reaffirms Military’s Commitment to Securing Nigeria’s Oil Sector, Targets 2.2 Million BPD
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has reiterated the military’s dedication to safeguarding Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, vowing full implementation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive to boost production output.
Speaking during a high-level security engagement in Port Harcourt, General Musa underscored the strategic importance of oil production to Nigeria’s socio-economic stability. He noted that recent interventions had raised crude oil output beyond 1.8 million barrels per day (bpd) but emphasized the need for intensified collaboration to achieve the presidential target of 2.2 million bpd.
“Our collective efforts have yielded significant progress, but we must remain steadfast in securing critical oil infrastructure and ensuring steady production growth,” General Musa stated. He called for a multi-stakeholder approach that is inclusive, comprehensive, and pragmatic in addressing sectoral challenges.
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The meeting, convened by the Defence Headquarters, brought together key security and industry stakeholders, including the Chief of Defence Intelligence and Chiefs of Operations from the Defence Headquarters, Army, Navy, and Air Force. Representatives from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG), Joint Task Force Operation Delta Safe, and oil-producing states were also in attendance.
Discussions centered on reinforcing security, curbing oil theft, and fostering an environment conducive to sustained investments. General Musa assured stakeholders of the military’s unwavering support in protecting vital oil assets and eliminating threats that could derail production targets.
With renewed commitments from both security forces and industry leaders, the meeting underscored a united front in tackling Nigeria’s energy security challenges and reinforcing the nation’s position as a leading oil producer.
CDS Reaffirms Military’s Commitment to Securing Nigeria’s Oil Sector, Targets 2.2 Million BPD
