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Renaissance Africa Energy Company Ltd. says it is on track to hit a production target of 300,000 barrels per day (bpd) by January 2026, following recent operational gains and facility upgrades.

Dr Mesh Maichibi, Chief Production Officer at Renaissance, disclosed this on Friday at a two-day 20th Annual Lecture and Award Ceremony of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Port Harcourt Branch.

Delivering a lecture on “Transition Management: The Renaissance Case Study,”  Maichibi highlighted the company’s rapid progress since acquiring assets from Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) in March.

He stated that Renaissance currently produced about 230,000 bpd and was preparing to activate three additional facilities before the end of the year to meet its target.

“At the point of acquisition in March, production stood at 100,000 bpd. Currently, we are producing 230,000 bpd, and we are confident of reaching 300,000 bpd by January 2026.

“We have a solid strategy to achieve this target. We know the crude locations, understand the challenges, and are implementing the right mechanisms to deliver results,” Maichibi said.

He identified Belama flow station as one of the company’s high-capacity assets, capable of producing 25,000 bpd, noting that restarting such facilities alongside other wells would significantly boost output.

Maichibi said that Renaissance had increased production by more than 100 per cent within months of taking over operations, and was addressing sectoral challenges, including disruptions by non-state actors.

According to him, the company is positioning itself to become Africa’s largest energy firm.

“Change should be embraced. As we move forward, we must constantly evaluate our actions and adjust to ensure we are doing the right thing,” he said.

The chief production officer also underlined the company’s commitment to capacity building and local content development.

“Eighty per cent of our operations are executed by contractors, whom we now refer to as partners.

“We are investing in their development and training young graduates to take over leadership roles in the future,” he said.

Maichibi noted that Nigeria’s vast crude oil reserves demanded long-term planning and skilled manpower, hence the need to groom the next generation of energy professionals.

Earlier, Mrs Idaeresoari Ateke, Chairman of the NSE Port Harcourt Branch, reaffirmed the union’s commitment to professional excellence and mentorship.

She said the annual lecture and awards remained a cornerstone of the branch’s calendar, honouring outstanding contributions to engineering while fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer.

9news Nigeria reports that the ceremony featured keynote presentations, award recognitions, and tributes to past leaders of the branch.

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The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has inducted 261 engineers as Fellows, urging them to uphold integrity, ethical standards, and contribute actively to national development.

Speaking at the Fellowship Conferment Ceremony on Monday in Abuja, NSE President and Chairman-in-Council, Mrs Margaret Oguntala, said the elevation recognised the outstanding professional accomplishments of the inductees and their commitment to advancing engineering and technology in Nigeria.

“I congratulate you on this noble feat. However, this honour comes with profound responsibility.

“You must uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethics and serve as role models to the next generation of engineers,” Oguntala said.

She emphasised that the Fellowship was not only recognition of past contributions but a lifelong commitment to ethical practice.

Oguntala added that the NSE reserved the right to withdraw the Fellowship from any recipient found guilty of misconduct or actions contrary to the Society’s values.

Urging the new Fellows to carry the NSE banner with pride and purpose, Oguntala called on engineers to support national efforts, especially in infrastructure development.

She noted that the NSE was collaborating with key public and private sector players to drive sustainable progress.

Also speaking, Chairman of the Board of Fellows, Maliki Kamila, described the Fellowship as the highest professional recognition within the NSE and a call to greater responsibility.

“Each of the 261 inductees has undergone a rigorous and transparent selection process.

“They have demonstrated leadership, excellence, and integrity,” Kamila said.”

Kamila encouraged the new Fellows to promote engineering education, research, and innovation across the country.

Responding on behalf of the inductees, Ms. Jennifer Adighije, Managing Director and CEO of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), thanked the NSE for the honour and pledged continued dedication to national development.

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By Abubakar Muhammad (9NEWS NIGERIA, NORTHEAST)

The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has recieved a delegation of Borno State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency (BICTDA) in it’s headquarters on Wednesday in Abuja.

Led by its Board Chairman, Dr. Idriss Mohammed Yelwa, BITCDA team was at NSE on a thank you visit.

This was following the appointment of Engr Ahmed Kabir Wanori as Chairman, Regional Development Board of the society.

They were recieved by the President of NSE and Chairman of its council, Engr. Margaret Aina Oguntala.

At the event Dr. Yelwa commended Engr. Oguntala for finding Wanori, also the Executive Secretary of BICTDA, worthy of the appointment.

He described the appointee as a dedicated, professional, and passionate individual who delivers on his mandates.

The regional body, Dr. Yelwa said, will achieve significant success under Wanori’s watch.

As chairman of NSE regional body, Engr Wanori is saddled with several responsibilities, including the assessment and identifying the unique infrastructural and developmental needs of each geopolitical zone.

He is also expected to formulate and provide strategic guidance and recommendations on regional development initiatives to the society and relevant stakeholders.

Other key roles are advocating for policies and programs that support sustainable regional development, leveraging engineering innovation and best practices.

Ensuring alignment with national and global development goals, such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is also part of Wanori’s mandate.

Among other things, Wanori would lead collaboration with stakeholders to develop and monitor implementation frameworks for regional development projects.

Dr. Yelwa and Engr. Wanori were accompanied to the occasion by two other members of the board, Mr. Adewale Oluwalade, secretary and Dr. Mustapha Abba Tijjani.

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By Abubakar Muhammad (9NEWS NIGERIA, NORTHEAST)

The Council of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has appointed Engr Kabiru Ahmed Wanori as the Chairman of its Regional Development Board.

He was appointed by the organization on Friday.

According to the society, Wanori’s appointment aims to promote engineering-led strategies for Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, focusing on infrastructural growth, capacity building, and economic empowerment.

As the new chairman, Wanori is responsible for assessing and identifying infrastructural and developmental needs of each geopolitical zone.

He is expected to also provide strategic guidance and recommendations on regional development initiatives and advocating for policies and programs supporting sustainable regional development.

Similarly, he is to ensure alignment with national and global development goals, such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Among other things, the tasks ahead of Wanori is to foster collaboration with stakeholders to develop and monitor implementation frameworks for regional development projects across the country.

Currently the head of Borno State Information and Communication Technology Development Center, (BICTDA), Engr Wanori is an experience administrator with experience in both private and public sector.

He served in the Borno State government in different capacities, including a commissioner for few ministries.

With decades of experience in the field of engineering and ICT, Wanori is poised on bringing important practice, management, and policy development to the role.

Engr. Tunde Ajanaku was also appointed as the vice chairman of the board.

Other members are, Engr. Adamu D. Ushiki, Engr. Bello Gwarzo Abdullahi, Engr. Prof. Umma Abdullahi, Engr. Etido Iyang.

The list also includes, Engr. Akinwumi Docas.l, Engr. Abimbola Odeyemi, Engr. Bashir Lawal, Engr. Dr. Isa Emaobino, Engr. Mohammed Adra, Engr. Venarious Chikodinaka and Engr. Arzika Emeasiba.

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