LPG Sub-Sector Moves To Create 2m Jobs

The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), has said that the Liquefieid Petroleum Gas (LPG) subsector of the oil and gas sector is expected to add an estimated two million jobs to the labour force in the country.
The DPR also said the subsector, when fully implemented, would help reduce gas flare, reduce the effect of greenhouse emissions and achieve economic expansion.
Director, DPR, Mr Saraki Auwalu, made this assertion in his welcome address during a workshop organised by the DPR for LPG Depot Operators in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, at the weekend.
The Director, while outlining the challenges in the LPG subsector, noted that steps were being taken to addressing them.
He commended the LPG stakeholders, the Rivers State Government and the various security agencies for their support and partnership with the department.
Also speaking, the Rivers State Commissioner for Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, Peter Medee, said that the Gas Monitoring Task Force, which would soon commence operations in the state, would serve to eliminate illegal and unsavory petroleum practices in the state.
He expressed confidence that a good collaboration between the DPR and security agencies in the state would bring about effective management system.
He further assured that the Rivers State Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources would continue to collaborate with the DPR to curb unwholesome practices in the state.