Youths from Niger Delta Communities under the Host Communities Youth Council of Nigeria (HOSTCON-YCN) have passed a vote of confidence on the management team of the Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) led by the managing Director/Executive Officer, Osahon Okunbo Jnr over recent achievements in crude oil production above OPEC quota, protection of nation’s Oil&Gas assets.
The group also commended the managing Director/Executive Officer, Osahon Okunbo over his display of exceptional display of leadership professionalism, transparency and unwavering commitment by the PINL to protecting Nigeria’s strategic oil and gas assets.
According to HOSTCON-YCN, despite ensuring that the nation’s oil and gas assets are secured, they ensured the promotion of sustainable development across host communities.
HOSTCON-YCN, in a statement issued following the successful conclusion of the National Executive Council Mid-Term Meeting and Annual Board of Trustees Review held in Abuja, noted with satisfaction, the recent recognition that improved pipeline security and community collaboration have contributed significantly to Nigeria exceeding its OPEC crude oil production quota for the first time in 2026.
According to the statement, “Industry reports have attributed this achievement to enhanced surveillance, stronger stakeholder partnerships, and improved protection of the Trans Niger Pipeline, resulting in increased crude oil production, improved operational stability, and renewed investor confidence in Nigeria’s petroleum sector.”
The HOSTCON-YCN in the statement signed by its President, Senior comrade EMMANUEL FIAWEI PATHFINDER on behalf of the members of the National Executives with the board of trustees, commended PINL for demonstrating that effective engagement with host communities remains one of the strongest weapons against crude oil theft, illegal refining, pipeline vandalism, and economic sabotage.
“The Council particularly applauds the company’s community-driven operational model, which has strengthened peace, reduced youth restiveness in many operational areas, enhanced intelligence gathering, and built confidence between government, oil companies, traditional institutions, youths, women, and host communities.”
“The Council further acknowledges PINL’s remarkable investment in human capital development through its Host Communities Scholarship Programme.”
” The initiative has expanded from a transparent community allocation model to a broader programme covering about 1,500 scholarship beneficiaries across Rivers, Bayelsa, Abia, and Imo States.”
” The programme provides substantial financial support for undergraduate and postgraduate students, thereby creating educational opportunities for deserving youths from pipeline host communities and promoting long-term socio-economic development.”
HOSTCON-YCN equally recognised the company’s sustained implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, empowerment programmes, stakeholder consultations, community development interventions, and its continued efforts to build enduring relationships with traditional rulers, youth organisations, women groups, and other critical stakeholders throughout the Niger Delta.
“The Council specially commends the General Manager, Community and Stakeholder Relations, Dr. Akpos Mezeh, and the Director of Operations and Stakeholder Engagement, Chief Seriake Alamieyeseigha, for their outstanding professionalism, strategic leadership, and tireless commitment to peaceful engagement with host communities.”
” Their dedication has helped strengthen confidence among stakeholders and has contributed significantly to the operational successes recorded by the company.”
“The Host Communities Youth Council of Nigeria also acknowledges the various empowerment initiatives targeted at women, youths, and vulnerable groups across host communities, including scholarship opportunities, skills development, community partnerships, and other social investment programmes that continue to improve livelihoods and foster sustainable development.”
Accordingly, HOSTCON-YCN called on all host communities, youths, traditional rulers, community leaders, women organisations, security agencies, government institutions, and industry stakeholders to continue supporting PINL in safeguarding Nigeria’s critical oil and gas infrastructure, protecting national economic assets, and sustaining the remarkable progress that has positioned Nigeria for improved crude oil production and enhanced revenue generation.
“The Council remains committed to partnering with all responsible stakeholders in promoting peace, security, environmental sustainability, and inclusive development throughout the Niger Delta.”
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