The NNPC Exploration and Production Ltd (NEPL) and Seplat Energy Joint Venture (JV) have established two Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) laboratories in two public schools in Oshimili South Local Government Area of Delta State.

The Director of External Affairs & Social Performance, Seplat Energy Plc, Chioma Afe, stated this during the handover of the facilities to the Delta Ministry of Education on Thursday in Asaba.

Esther Icha, the General Manager, Corporate Social Investment & Social Performance, Seplat Energy Plc, represented Mrs Afe.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the laboratories were established at Zappa Basic Secondary School and Asagba Mixed Secondary School, Asaba.

Reasons for the initiative