Tinubu appoints Ekpo as Co-Chairman of NCDMB

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday has approved the appointment of Hon.Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), as the Co-Chairman of the Governing Council of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB).

A statement by the Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale noted that the appointment is in line with the President’s commitment to establish a more efficient, targeted, and consistent approval process for unique oil and gas projects in the country.

“This is also to further ensure effective oversight of the gas aspect of the nation’s assets.” The statement read in part.

The President also reiterated his commitment to unlocking Nigeria’s immense gas potential to stimulate industrial development, job creation, and sustainable economic growth.