Ogheneruona Tejiri, Asaba
…Education remains one of the most powerful tools for societal transformation.
This was disclosed by Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State when Mrs. Elozino Olaniyi, Managing Director of Midwestern Oil and Gas Company Limited and her management team paid him a courtesy visit at Government House, Asaba.
Rt. Hon. Oborevwori said that the company’s scholarship programmes is impactful.
He commended Midwestern Oil and Gas Company Limited for its consistent investment in education, youth empowerment, technical capacity development, and community support.
The Governor expressed appreciation for the company’s sustained collaboration with the state, noting that Midwestern Oil and Gas has demonstrated that growth in the energy sector must go hand in hand with social responsibility.
According to Rt. Hon. Oborevwori, “investing in students today secures the future of our state tomorrow. Iacknowledge your company’s strong safety record and environmental responsibility. Your achievement of over seven million man-hours without a Lost Time Injury as a reflection of discipline and professionalism is worthy of commendation.
“In an industry as sensitive as oil and gas, environmental responsibility and transparency are not optional, they are essential.”
The Governor assured the delegation that his administration remains committed to creating an enabling environment where responsible businesses can thrive.
He said the state government would continue to strengthen policies that promotes local content participation, community inclusion, and sustainable development.
According to Rt. Hon. Oborevwori, collaboration between government and the private sector is critical to ensuring peace, economic stability, and long-term growth.
He encouraged Midwestern Oil and Gas to deepen its engagement with host communities, particularly in renewable energy, infrastructure development, and youth employment, assuring that the government remains open to constructive dialogue and strategic partnerships that advance the collective interest of the people.
Governor Oborevwori further commended Mrs. Olaniyi’s leadership in the highly technical oil and gas sector, describing her visit as a reinforcement of a shared vision of progress built on accountability, innovation, and community impact.
Earlier, Mrs. Olaniyi said the company views oil and gas operations beyond profit-making, stressing that values and non-financial impact are central to its mission.
According to Mrs. Olaniyi, “for us, oil and gas is not only about money. It is about values. It is about non-financial experience. The company believes in working collaboratively to ensure communities experience lasting impact.
She disclosed that since assuming office, the company has strengthened its focus on education and capacity building, awarding scholarships this year to 298 students across the country, with over $2 million invested.
The scholarships cover secondary and tertiary education, including beneficiaries from Delta State and other host communities, with some students currently studying in the United States and Latvia.
