NSML organised a stakeholder engagement session for its “Clean Waterways Initiative”
campaign on July 5 2023 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The “Clean Waterways Initiative” campaign is NSML’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative to highlight the effects of plastics, debris, and other litter in Nigeria’s waterways.
The event provided a unique opportunity for stakeholders to discuss maritime pollution caused by harmful waste management practices and the need to develop deliberate strategies to stem the tide. The plenary session, anchored by the MD/CEO of Tsachal Limited, drew participants from NIMASA, NIWA, the Rivers State Ministry of Environment and NSML, and highlighted proactive steps to address the issue decisively.
The highlight of the event was the sign-off of the “NSML Clean Waterways Initiative” Charter by all stakeholders, indicating their commitment to ensuring the sustainable Management of waterways in their respective areas of operation.
The event was attended by Management and staff of NSML and NLNG, as well as representatives from NIMASA, Rivers State Ministry of Environment, the Rivers State Inland Waterway, Stockgap
Fuels, C&I Leasing, Bonny Channel Company (BCC), and representatives from the host communities in Rivers State.
