As the dust raised by the CBN and FAAN relocation of some departments and offices to Lagos yet to settle, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) is set to relocate some lf its units and departments to Lagos.
Like the reasons advanced by CBN and FAAN, the NUPRC’s excuse for the relocation was enhancing organizational efficiency, among others.
This was revealed in an internal memo dated February 14, 2024 signed by Kelechi Onyekachi Ofoegbu.
This development is coming few weeks after key departments of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) relocated its headquarters to Lagos citing the similar reason of enhancing efficiency.
The NUPRC memo reads:
“In line with our objectives of improving organizational efficiency, driving industry growth, and managing office accommodation in Abuja, we are exploring the possibility of relocating certain units to Lagos.
“This initiative is driven by the need to enhance our service delivery, reduce operational costs, and make adequate utilization of our assets in Lagos.
“Consequently, we are requesting that each department identify and provide a list of units that can operate independently with minimal supervision.
“Submissions on the above are expected on or before the close of business on Friday 23rd February 2024.
“This is submitted for your further necessary action, please.”
The relocation of some key federal agencies to Lagos, a former Nigeria’s capital, by President Bola Tinubu, has generated controversy fueling fears that the president is mulling moving the capital from Abuja — an allegation presidential aides strongly denied.