The Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State has engaged Halliburton Energy Services Nigeria Limited on strategic investment opportunities aimed at promoting youth development, infrastructure, and economic growth.
The council delegation, led by the Vice Chairman on behalf of the Chairman, visited Halliburton’s operational base in Trans-Amadi, Port Harcourt, in line with the administration’s ARISE Agenda.
Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Dr. Kelvin Akani, Esq., highlighted Obio/Akpor’s investment potential, describing it as the commercial and industrial hub of Rivers State, with more than 80 per cent of the state’s industries located within the LGA.
He proposed the establishment of an Obio/Akpor–Halliburton Skills and Innovation Centre, joint infrastructure and environmental projects, a waste-to-wealth recycling initiative, and expanded corporate social responsibility programmes in health and education.
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Halliburton’s management, led by its Executive Director, welcomed the delegation and expressed readiness to strengthen its relationship with the council.
The company acknowledged the LGA’s peaceful and supportive role as its host community for over five decades and reaffirmed its commitment to local content, noting that Nigerians account for more than 92 per cent of its workforce in the country.
During the visit, the council presented Halliburton with a commemorative gift and an Award of Honour in recognition of its longstanding operations and contributions to the oil and gas sector and community development.
Both parties agreed to establish a Joint Technical Committee to develop a framework for the proposed partnership and a subsequent Memorandum of Understanding.
The council also assured Halliburton of a secure business environment, a harmonised and digitalised revenue collection system free from touting, and a dedicated liaison office to facilitate communication and business operations.
