As part of efforts to equip the leadership of ethnic groups in the Niger Delta with knowledge and skills necessary for developing leadership competencies, understanding stakeholder engagements and enhancing indigenous participation in the Oil and Gas value chain, amongst others the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has organized a leadership training programme for elders and youths of the various ethnic groups.
The ongoing five-day training programme holding in Lekki, Lagos, is to empower participants to contribute to nation building through strengthening collaboration for positive impact.
On Monday February 3rd, the training was for the Executive Committee of the Urhobo Progressive Union (UPU) led by President General Worldwide, Olorogun Barrister Ese Gam Owe.
The Executive Secretary of the NCDMB, Engr. Felix Ogbe, who was represented by a senior member of the Board, stressed the importance of training for the elders and youths, saying the idea is to enhance inter-ethnic cooperation and co-existence for harmonious growth and development.
Ogbe stated that the idea of the training is to ensure understanding of the leaders to the significance of ethnic co-operation in societal development in the region which mainly produces the oil that is the mainstay of the nation’s economy. According to him, the aim is to engage the leaders on continuous engagement for effective societal development.
In his welcome remarks, the facilitator, the Chairman of Excellon Consults Limited and Cervice Energy Services Limited, Chief Bernard Okumagba said, “One of the key functions of the NCDMB is to engage in capacity building interventions that would deepen indigenous capabilities. This Leadership Training Programme for the Leadership of our elders and youths of the various ethnic groups is in furtherance of the NCDMB mandate and crucial for promoting Nigerian content in the oil and gas industry.
“By empowering the Leadership of our elders and youths, the NCDMB under the leadership of Executive Secretary and CEO Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe aims to integrate oil-producing communities into the oil and gas value chain, fostering institutional collaboration and maximizing Nigerian participation.
“This training is also vital for developing indigenous capabilities through human capital development, infrastructure, and local supplier growth.
“The key objectives of the training programme include equipping the Leadership of our Elders and Youths categories with effective leadership, management and decision-making skills; Increase awareness and understanding of NCDMB’s initiatives and policies; and Strengthen relationships between the Leaders, NCDMB, and other stakeholders,” Okumagba stated.
