WARRI: The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has partnered with Chevron Nigeria Limited to construct the 70.75km Omadino-Okerenkoko-Escravos Road and bridges in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State. This strategic collaboration is aimed at enhancing connectivity between Warri and Escravos, a key hub for oil and gas activities, thereby stimulating economic growth in the region.
Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, NDDC Managing Director, reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to completing the Omadino-Escravos Road project, emphasizing that it will not only increase oil production but also transform the economic landscape of the area. Escravos has been recognized as a priority for economic development, and the NDDC is working to enhance its accessibility through broad stakeholder support.
chevron Nigeria limited facility in Escravous, Delta state
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This initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration’s focus on stakeholder engagement, with the NDDC adopting a Public Private Partnership (PPP) model to accelerate project delivery.
Dr. Ogbuku pointed to the successful collaboration between Shell Petroleum Development Company and NDDC on the 25.7km Ogbia-Nembe Road as a blueprint for future partnerships.
The partnership is expected to foster economic growth and create new opportunities for local communities, contributing significantly to the development of the Niger Delta region.
