Rivers State Government has pledged to support Train 7 project of the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Limited because of its potential to create about 15,000 jobs and enhance the state’s economy.
Speaking on Wednesday when the management of NLNG visited him in the Government House, Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, explained that the people of the state are happy that the Train 7 will soon come on stream because it is important for growth.
He said: “The Train 7 is very key to the development of Rivers State. We are glad that it will soon take off. I am happy with the quantum of jobs that the train 7 will create.
“However, these jobs should not be cleaning and unskilled workers. I want the NLNG to ensure that qualified people are employed when the Train 7 comes on stream.”
The governor praised the management for initiating the Community Health Insurance Scheme for Bonny Island, saying the government will partner the company to achieve the objectives of the programme.
“I will only support companies that mean well for the people of Rivers State. My business is to do good for our people, so that their lives can improve. Other companies should emulate what NLNG is doing in Rivers State. On behalf of the people, I praise the NLNG,” Wike added.
Managing Director of NLNG Tony Attah prayed that Wike’s second term will be more rewarding for the people. He thanked the governor for his contribution to the development of NLNG Limited.
According to him, the NLNG is set to kick off the Train 7 of the company, where the company is expected to spend between $6 billion and $7 billion in investment.
He said: “The employment side of the Train 7 is that it will create about 10 to 15 thousand jobs for the people. It will build the skills and capacity of the people. The final investment decision will be taken in October.”
