Despite the uproar that greeted the relocation of some departments of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) from Abuja to Lagos, the Federal Government through Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has concluded plans to relocate some units of the commission to Lagos.
The commission said the move was to improve service delivery, drive growth and cut cost amongst others.
NUPRC, an agency of the federal government, is saddled with the statutory responsibility of ensuring compliance to petroleum laws, regulations and guidelines in the Upstream Oil and Gas Sector.
The commission, in a circular signed by Dr Kelechi Onyekachi Ofoegbu on its behalf, directed departments to submit names of units to be moved to Lagos.
According to the memo dated February 14, 2024, it noted that every department should submit the names of the purposed units before the close of work February 23.
The document reads: “In line with our objectives of improving organizational efficiency, driving industry growth, and managing office accommodation in Abuja, we are exploring the possibility of relocating certain units to Lagos.
“This initiative is driven by the need to enhance our service delivery, reduce operational costs, and make adequate utilization of our assets in Lagos.
“Consequently, we are requesting that each department identify and provide a list of units that can operate independently with minimal supervision.
“Submissions on the above are expected on or before the close of business on Friday 23rd February 2024. This is submitted for your further necessary action, please.”
See a copy of the circular below:
