The Citizens Advocacy for Social and Economic Rights (CASER) has established the Energy Security Coalition (ESC), a network of Nigerian-based Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) that will operate autonomously and impartially in the Nigerian oil and gas sector as an advocacy group. The Coalition’s goal, which is of significant value to the Nigerian people, is to promote understanding, transparency, and functional utility of Nigeria’s petroleum resources to benefit all Nigerians.
According to a statement issued in Abuja by Barr. Frank Tietie, who is the Convener of the Energy Security Coalition and Executive Director of Citizens Advocacy for Social & Economic Rights (CASER), “the ESC is established in response to the pressing issues related to the availability and pricing of premium motor spirit (PMS) in Nigeria. PMS (petrol) is a key driver of the Nigerian economy and has been a major topic of discussion, laden with claims and counterclaims that could negatively and significantly affect the well-being of people across all social classes. The urgency of these issues necessitates immediate action and the need for accurate information.”
“Therefore, the ESC is committed to exploring collaborative approaches to ensure an informed citizens-driven intervention in the Nigerian oil and gas industry. This intervention, engaging all stakeholders, has the potential to give the welfare and interests of all Nigerians the highest priority in the implementation of the policies and programmes of the Federal Government of Nigeria and its agencies in the petroleum sector. This work offers hope for a brighter future for Nigeria.”
“The Coalition, therefore, extends a warm invitation to all well-meaning NGOs across Nigeria to join its collective stance in taking active positions on all issues in the oil and gas sector. Your participation is crucial, particularly regarding the correct pricing of petroleum products, the transition to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), the menace of oil theft and all other ancillary matters in the petroleum industry that would affect Nigeria’s national security, the economy and well-being of Nigerians.”
“The task of finding solutions to Nigeria’s myriad problems requires collective efforts and engagement. As a coalition of civil society organizations, we seek a transparent and well-intentioned governance regime for the petroleum industry.”
