Oil and Gas Sector Remains Key Driver of Nigeria’s Economy – Dr. Emeka Obi

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi, mni, has reiterated that the oil and gas sector remains the principal driver of Nigeria’s economy, contributing significantly to national revenue, even amidst the growing global momentum towards energy transition. Dr. Obi made this assertion on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in Abuja, during […]
WORK HARDER TO WIN MORE AND HIGHER TROPHIES, DR. OBI CHARGES MPR SPORTS CONTINGENTS

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources (MPR), Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi, mni, has charged the Ministry’s Sports Contingents to intensify their efforts in order to win more and higher trophies in future editions of the monthly keep-fit and aerobics exercise organized by the Federation of Public Service Games (FEPSGA). Dr. Obi gave this encouragement […]
CONDOLENCE MESSAGE ON THE PASSING OF FORMER PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI

The Ministry of Petroleum Resources received with deep sorrow the news of the passing of His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, former President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. We acknowledge not only his service as Head of State (1983–1985) and democratically elected President (2015–2023) but also his earlier, pivotal role […]
Emeka Vitalis Obi Engages Stakeholders at Ministry’s Exhibition Stand during NOG 2025

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi, mni, made a notable appearance at the Ministry’s exhibition stand on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, as part of activities at the ongoing 24th Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Conference and Exhibition. Held under the theme; “Accelerating Energy Progress through Investment, Global Partnerships & Innovation,” […]
ICSC 2025: Ministry of Petroleum Resources Showcases Sector Reforms, Woos Investors

The International Civil Service Conference (ICSC) 2025, held on June 24th–25th at Eagle Square, Abuja, marked a major milestone in Nigeria’s public sector reform efforts. The event brought together global experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to explore strategies for building a more effective, citizen-centric civil service. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu officially declared the conference open, highlighting […]
PETROLEUM MINISTRY STEPS UP EFFORTS TO IMPROVE ICPC TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY PERFORMANCE RATING

The Ministry of Petroleum Resources (MPR) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening transparency and accountability across its departments, with a view to improving its performance rating by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). This renewed commitment was evident at the deployment of the Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard (EICS) and the […]
Courtesy Visit

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi mni today, Wednesday, 18th June 2025 in his office in Abuja, received Dr. Dimeji Belo, mni, and Mrs. Margaret M. Asoke, mni, both distinguished Members of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies on a courtesy visit. During the visit, they presented the […]
PRESS RELEASE

Petroleum Ministry Strengthens Staff Capacity with Trainings on Monitoring & Evaluation, Report Writing, and Enterprise Content Management The Ministry of Petroleum Resources (MPR), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, on June 3, 2025, commenced a sensitization workshop in Abuja for selected staff members of the Ministry. The workshop was aimed […]
LETTER OF CONDOLENCE AND OBITUARY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Hon. Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Oil) Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri Ph.d, Hon. Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas) Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo Ph.d, the Permanent Secretary MPR. Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi mni, the Directors and entire staff of Ministry of Petroleum Resources deeply regret to announce the passing of Professor Jibril Muhammad Aminu, former […]
Honouring the Past, Celebrating the Present: Petroleum Ministry Applauds Retirees and Top Performers

The Ministry of Petroleum Resources on Wednesday, 4th June, 2025, held a special send-forth ceremony in honour of twenty-five (25) staff members who retired from active service in 2024. The event also recognized exceptional staff for outstanding service delivery and contributions to the oil and gas sector. In his keynote address, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry […]