House of Representatives' New Joint NASS Committee on Petroleum Industry Investigation Led by Akin Rotimi

Wednesday, 11 September 2024, 23:42

Akin Rotimi has announced the House of Representatives' plans to inaugurate a joint committee on petroleum industry investigation. This committee will officially start its work on September 25, 2024, as part of ongoing efforts to reform the industry. The committee follows the dissolution of the previous ad-hoc committee and aims to address critical issues in the oil and gas sector.

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Akin Rotimi Announces Joint Committee Inauguration

The House of Representatives will inaugurate the Joint Senate/House Ad Hoc Committee on the Petroleum Industry Investigation on September 25, 2024. This was disclosed in a statement signed by Akin Rotimi, Jr., Spokesman for the House of Representatives, on September 11.

Background of the Committee

The announcement comes after the dissolution of the former Ad Hoc Committee on Downstream and Midstream due to its investigation into the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The previous committee focused on critical issues such as the importation of adulterated petrol and the scarcity of crude oil for local refineries.

Focus on Legislative Agenda

Akin Rotimi emphasized that following the resumption of the 10th Assembly on September 24, 2024, the House will push forward its Legislative Agenda, driving impactful reforms aimed at national development.

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