NOSDRA Holds Inaugural Meeting With New Board

The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) held its inaugural meeting with its newly appointed board members.

This marks a significant milestone in the agency’s efforts to reposition itself for improved performance, regulatory efficiency, and environmental protection.

The board, constituted by President Bola Tinubu, is expected to provide oversight and leadership as NOSDRA works to strengthen its capacity to manage oil spill incidents and enforce environmental regulations across the country.

Chairman of the NOSDRA Board, Mr Edward Omo-Erewa, who presided over the meeting, said the new board would focus on restoring public trust in the agency, improving internal governance, and enhancing collaboration with key stakeholders.

“We recognise the critical role NOSDRA plays in safeguarding Nigeria’s environment and the health of its people. This board will work to restore public confidence, rebuild damaged ecosystems, and ensure a culture of compliance and transparency,” Omo-Erewa said.

He outlined the board’s three strategic priorities as strengthening communication and governance within the agency, implementing the National Oil Spill Contingency Plan, and rebuilding public trust through stakeholder engagement.

Omo-Erewa also urged board members to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, adding that the board was committed to repositioning NOSDRA in line with its Establishment Act of 2006.

In his remarks, Director General of NOSDRA, Chukwuemeka Woke, reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to working in close partnership with the newly appointed board members.

He emphasised that their collaboration would be key to enhancing operational efficiency, strengthening regulatory enforcement, and building on the agency’s achievements

“We are prepared to engage with the board in a robust and transparent manner to ensure the agency delivers on its mandate,” Woke said.

He also urged all staff members to remain diligent and focused in carrying out their responsibilities, emphasising that their collective efforts are essential to building a stronger and more effective agency.

Woke also thanked Tinubu for the timely and strategic move in reconstituting the board, stating that the agency was eager to work with the new leadership to achieve greater impact.

The meeting was attended by members of the new board and NOSDRA’s management team.(NAN)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz