Lekoil, Obaigbena, Others Congratulates Omorodion On Receiving Aret Adams Award

Leading indigenous oil and gas exploration company, Lekoil Nigeria Limited and Chairman/CEO of THISDAY and Arise Group, Nduka Obaigbena, were among dignitaries who gathered at a private dinner in Lagos on Sunday, to celebrate the Country Director of Schlumberger (SLB), Dr Nosa Omorodion, on his recent receipt of the prestigious “Aret Adams Award”.

The Aret Adams Award, named after the late Chief Aretanekhai (Aret) Godwin Adams and his commitment to excellence, is the highest honour of the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE).

It is awarded to deserving earth scientists of any nationality for distinguished and outstanding contributions to, or achievements in, the sciences and practice of petroleum exploration and exploitation in Nigeria for 15 years or more.

Omorodion is the latest award winner. His friends, associates, and other well-wishers were treated to an exclusive dinner event hosted and organised by Lekoil at Civic Towers, located in the heart of Victoria Island, Lagos State.

Speaking on the award, a visibly elated Omorodion said, “If somebody had told me a few years ago that I’ll be here discussing this award as a recipient, I would have thought that the person didn’t know what he was talking about.

“This award means a lot to me. Coming from your profession, coming from your colleagues and pairs, it means a lot, and it’s the apex recognition, the highest award by Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE’s)

“So, having been a past president of the association and a member of the board of trustees, I have held several executive positions, it means a lot to me.

“Adams means a lot to this industry as well. He is somebody we all know very well. I was privileged to know him as a young geologist. My journey as a geologist has been interesting. It’s that of doggedness, determination, resolute, never giving up, and remaining focused on what you believe in.

“I am very passionate about Nigeria, passionate about selfless services, and playing my part towards the actualisation of the Nigerian dream. I believe Nigeria sits on an enormous potential of hydrocarbons that needs to be explored.”

Earlier in his goodwill message, Obaigbena described Omorodion as a fantastic and very good friend with whom he had over the years shared cordiality.

“I know Nosa very well. He is such a good man. Therefore, the step to win the award is a testament to greatness. Congratulations,” Obaigbena said.

Omorodion’s daughter, Erhun, described her father as “someone who inspires me. He is a role model. I respect him so much, and I aspire to someday be like him when I grow older.

“I think what a lot of people don’t see is his sacrifice. From day one, my dad has been a very selfless person. He puts everyone else first but him. This is something that makes him great. This is just the beginning for him. Watch out for more.”

Speaking with THISDAY, Group Executive Director, Corporate Strategy for the Pan Ocean Oil Corporation/Newcross Group of Companies, Bolaji Ogundare, said, “Nosa is a great friend, most importantly, but he is an exchange professional that I have worked with for over 17 years in Nigeria.

“He has been very instrumental both personally in advising me and my organisation, and there is no better way to honour him than being here with him to celebrate him tonight.

“There couldn’t be anyone more deserving of this award. The Adams Award is the highest in the NAPE, and to be awarded to somebody so important, it’s just the epitome of greatness, and it’s something we should all celebrate.”

Sunday Ehigiator

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