Engr. Chinedu Emeka, Project Manager, Seplat Energy Producing Nigeria Unlimited (SEPNU); Taridouye Gagariga, Manager NCDMB Properties; Emo Udobong-Ntia, GM Corporate Services, SEPNU; Blessing Adagbasa, GM Procurement & Nigerian Content, SEPNU; and Engr. Ndubuisi Akachikelu, Deputy Manager JVA NUIMS, during the commissioning/handover of Power System and Underground Cabling Project to NCDMB by Seplat Energy in Odukpani, Cross River State … recently
The NNPC/Seplat Joint Venture has commissioned and formally handed over a fully integrated Power System and Underground Cabling Project to the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) at the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industrial Parks Scheme (NOGAPS 1) in Odukpani, Cross River State.
The handover ceremony drew senior representatives from the NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), Seplat Energy Producing Nigeria Unlimited (SEPNU), and NCDMB, marking the completion of one of the most advanced power distribution systems delivered under the NOGAPS initiative.
Speaking at the event, the Managing Director of SEPNU, Mr. Oladotun Isiaka—represented by the General Manager, Corporate Services, Mrs. Emoh Udobong-Ntia—described the project as emblematic of “partnership, progress, and a shared commitment to sustainably grow the Nigerian hydrocarbon industry.”
He highlighted that the system is a multi-layered, future-ready power infrastructure designed to support long-term industrial operations. According to him, the project goes beyond a conventional power installation, featuring a modern switchgear building, 19 packaged substations, over 27 kilometres of medium-voltage cabling, SCADA-enabled smart power systems, and synchronized backup generators to ensure uninterrupted operations.
Mr. Isiaka noted that the success of the project reinforces the NNPC/Seplat JV’s commitment to enhancing infrastructure reliability, building local capacity, and supporting indigenous participation across Nigeria’s upstream value chain.
Representing the Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Mr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, the Board’s Manager of Properties, Mr. Taridouye Gagariga, delivered the keynote speech. He underscored the strategic importance of reliable power systems in driving industrial growth and commended SEPNU for delivering a project that “introduces stable power to NOGAPS.” He added, “Power drives an economy, and we thank Seplat Energy for commissioning power to the park.”
Gagariga reaffirmed the Board’s vision to build industrial environments that enable local growth and competitiveness, emphasizing that the commissioning “is not the end but the beginning of more Joint Ventures aligned with NCDMB’s long-term vision for the oil and gas park.”
He later led the ribbon-cutting and plaque unveiling ceremony.
In his closing remarks, the Chief Upstream Investment Officer of NUIMS, Engr. Seyi Omotuwa, said the industrial park is expected to spur significant economic opportunities for local enterprises, while reducing the country’s dependence on imported industrial components. He described the underground power installation as a major leap forward, stating: “This brings the park closer to global standards. In this industry, excellence is not optional, and SEPNU’s work reinforces what partnership should look like.”
With the commissioning and handover completed, NOGAPS Odukpani is now positioned to accelerate its transition into a fully functional industrial hub—strengthening local manufacturing, attracting investment, and enhancing Nigeria’s competitive edge within the oil and gas value chain.
The Nigerian Oil and Gas Park Scheme (NOGAPS) is a flagship NCDMB initiative designed to establish purpose-built industrial parks nationwide, supporting in-country manufacturing, technology transfer, skills development, and sustainable industrialization within the sector.
