Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has pledged firm action to halt recurring disruptions affecting Seplat Energy Plc’s operations, assuring the company of a more stable and supportive environment for its oil and gas activities in the state.

Speaking during a high-level meeting with Seplat’s management team, led by Chief Executive Officer Roger Brown, on Tuesday in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori acknowledged recent challenges the company has faced and vowed to prevent further incidents. “I have been briefed recently about the challenges your company is facing in some of your operations. But I want to assure you that such issues will not happen again,” he said, according to a statement by Seplat.

While specifics were not disclosed, disruptions in host communities—driven by grievances, insecurity, and tensions—are known to impact oil companies in the region. Oborevwori emphasized the need for peaceful engagement between energy firms and communities, warning that confrontations hinder both development and production. “Confrontation doesn’t benefit the people or the companies,” he stated, describing unrest as a form of economic sabotage that reduces oil output, scares off investors, and limits job creation.

Seplat’s CEO, Roger Brown, reaffirmed Delta State’s strategic importance to the company, revealing operations across 78 communities, including 11 producing and 21 pipeline zones. He highlighted Seplat’s expanding investment in domestic gas infrastructure, noting its contribution of 25–30 per cent to Nigeria’s gas-for-power supply. Brown also announced the completion of a 90 MMscfd gas plant in Sapele, along with new LPG and CNG projects, while commending the state for fostering a business-friendly atmosphere.