Crude theft: LCCI, Waltersmith to hold public-private dialogue to proffer solutions

By Uthman Salami

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) in collaboration with Waltersmith Petroman Oil Limited is set to hold a Public-Private Dialogue Session to proffer solutions to crude oil theft in Nigeria.

The sessions are expected to involve various dimensions, and impact, and offer practicable solutions to tackle the menace of crude oil theft.

It will also articulate factors for creating an enabling environment where local modular refineries can thrive.

The dialogue is scheduled to take place on Thursday, 30th June 2022 by 11 a.m. (WAT) at Commerce House, 1, Idowu Taylor Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The program will feature presentations, a panel discussion, and audience participation to allow for a balanced expert diagnosis, evaluation, and intervention.

Director General of the LCCI, Dr Chinyere Almona hinted that the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, FNSE has confirmed to deliver the Keynote address (Public sector) while the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Waltersmith Petroman Oil Limited, Mr. Chikezie Nwosu is confirmed to deliver the Keynote address (Private sector).

Leading operators in the oil and gas sector, investors, regulatory institutions, and important stakeholders are billed to attend the event, she revealed.