Bayelsa seeks more investments by Shell
Bayelsa State Government has called for better collaboration with
Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) to
enable more investments in the state, and to give more value to people
of Bayelsa. The state’s Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, made
the call during a business meeting with the management of SPDC in Port
Harcourt, recently.
“The relationship between Bayelsa State and SPDC is cordial. Thank you
for the investments in our state. Thank you for your contributions to
support development efforts in the state. But how do we improve on
this and bring dividends to our people? There is still so much more to
unearth in our state,” the deputy governor said.
He said, “This meeting is to see how we can work together to create a
suitable environment for SPDC to operate and generate value for all of
us. We wish to collaborate and expand your portfolio in Bayelsa State
and to see how we can partner to reduce youth restiveness and tackle
the increased use of drugs by the youths in the state.”
Managing Director, SPDC and Country Chair, Shell Companies in
Nigeria, Osagie Okunbor, said, “We support the government’s effort to
improve the environment in Bayelsa. Your statement speaks to focus. It
means that there is a plan. As a company, we key into your vision
because we know that if you are successful, it will help us and help
our business environment. We commend you and His Excellency, Governor
Douye Diri, for what you are doing to support business in Bayelsa
State.”
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