June 15, 2026
By Henry Obetta
The Commissioner for Oil and Gas in Edo State, Mr. Andrew Momodu has urged prospective investors, industry operators and development partners that wish to invest in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector to collaborate with the state stating its current administration is committed to creating an enabling environment that guarantees growth, profitability, and long-term sustainability in the sector.
Speaking in an interaction with journalist in Lagos, Momodu stated that Edo State possesses enormous untapped potential that places it among the emerging investment frontiers in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, stressing that the State remains a territory with significant opportunities for exploration, production, gas development, petrochemical investments, servicing, logistics, and downstream operations.
He said: “Edo State is open for business. We are strategically positioning our State as a preferred destination for oil and gas investments by creating the right environment for investors to thrive. We are taking deliberate steps to ensure that investors enjoy the same level of support, collaboration, and incentives that have helped attract major investments to other oil-producing states.
