Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has commended Seplat Energy PLC on what he described as its’ sense of responsibility, concern and collaboration with the state government.
Eno who gave the commendation during a courtesy call on him at Government House Uyo by the Board and members of senior leadership team of Seplat Energy plc, promised to offer necessary support in terms of security and peace for the smooth operations of the company.
Governor Umo Eno said the State was intentional about maintaining peace as it is a critical driver of development and investments.
He charged the Company not to rest on its oars but device measures to surpass the corporate social investment strategies of the former Exxon Mobil by doing more to improve the fortunes of their host communities and the State generally.The Board Chairman, Senator Udoma Udo Udoma, said the visit was primarily to introduce the new Chief Executive Officer of the Company, Engr Effiong Okon, to the Governor, following his assumption of duty.
Senator Udoma recalled that on acquisition of the then Exxon Mobil by Seplat Energy in 2024, he had visited the Government House to introduce the then CEO, Mr. Roger Brown.
He said following the exit of the former helmsman, it was pertinent to introduce the new Management to the State even as he thanked the Governor for the consistent warm welcome he has always enjoyed whenever he visits the State.
Also speaking, the CEO, Engr Effiong Okon, expressed delight to be back home to work for the benefit of the State and its people while equally serving the Company. He said the acquisition of the then Exxon Mobil by Seplat Energy had significantly increased portfolio of Seplat Energy, providing enormous offshore assets to the Company.
Okon expressed hope that his tenure will translate to visible positive impact to the Organization, the host communities and the State as a whole.
He further solicited for the support and cooperation of the Governor and the people of the State to enable the Company to meet its target milestones.
Members of the delegation from Seplat Energy during the visit were Senator Udoma Udo Udoma, Chairman; Engr Effiong Okon, CEO; Chioma Afe, Director, External Affairs; Ikponwosa Ogunwonyi, Managing Director, Offshore Operations; Emo Udobong-Ntia, Vice President, Human Resources; John Itsueli, Vice President, Joint Venture Operations; Effiong Esumo, Manager, Government Relations; Nsemeke Udoakpan and Emem Okon.
