ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission is currently making plans to relocate some of its units to Lagos.
The decision was to enhance its service delivery, reduce operational costs, and make adequate utilisation of its assets in Lagos.
This was disclosed in a memo signed by Dr Kelechi Onyekachi Ofoegbu on behalf of the Commission, dated 14 February, 2024.
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The document stated, “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.
“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 on the heels of the recent relocation of the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) headquarters to Lagos.