NAPENews Magazine June 2023 Edition

CHAPTER REPORT
PORT HARCOURT
FIRST QUARTER REPORTS OF NAPE-PORT HARCOURT CHAPTER ACTIVITIES (JANUARY TO APRIL 2023)
1. TECHNICAL MEETING UPDATE:
On Wednesday, March 22, a Technical/Business meeting was held at the prestigious Royal
Banquet Hall, Hotel Presidential Port Harcourt. The event brought together over ninety-four
participants from various sectors, including senior professionals, Young Professionals, and
students from different universities, such as University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State
University, Niger Delta University, UNIZIK, and UNIBEN.
The meeting featured a lecture by Mr. Obobi Onwuka, an expert from the Shell Petroleum
Development Company of Nigeria (SPDC), who spoke on the topic "Using High Fidelity OBN
Seismic Data to Unlock Conventional Near Field Exploration Prospectivity in Nigeria's
Shallow Water Offshore Depobelt." Attendees included representatives from SPDC and
TotalEnergies, as well as oil servicing companies such as Energy Blocks, Substrata Oil and
Gas, Tenchmarks Services, Getamme Laboratories, LOJ Engineering Consultants, among
others.
The event was very successful, bringing together a diverse group of professionals and
students to discuss the latest developments and advancements in the industry. The Technical
Meeting provided a valuable opportunity for participants to network, learn from one another,
and exchange ideas.
(2) ELECTION AND INAUGURATION OF NEW PH CHAPTER EXCOs, March 22,2023.
Before the start of the Technical Meeting, an election was conducted to elect the Executive
Committee of the Nigeria Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) Port Harcourt
Chapter. The proceedings resulted in the successful election of several individuals who were
then sworn in to their respective offices to take charge of the Chapter's affairs
1. Coordinator: Mr. Kanu Magnus (SPDC)
2. Asst. Coordinator: Mr. Mormodu Ogwogho (Total)
3. Secretary: Mr. Anaele Callistus (Substrata Oil & Gas)
4. Asst. Secretary: Miss. Egwuonwu Augustina (Trench Mark)
5. Publicity Secretary: Dr. Kingsley Karo Oboshenure (Niger Delta University).
New Excos with Outgoing Excos
(3). PH CHAPTER NEW EXCOs INAUGURAL MEETING:
The out-going and newly-elected Executive Committee (ExCo) members convened for the
first time at the poolside of Hotel Presidential, Port Harcourt, on Friday, April 21, 2023, at 4
pm.At the meeting, the agenda focused on the Chapter's programs for 2023, as well as
sponsorship plans, opportunities, and reinvigorating the YP section, among other topics.
The meeting was well-attended, with eight participants present, and one individual
connecting virtually. The discussions were productive, and the attendees were pleased to
reach firm resolutions on the matters presented. As the ExCo members begin their term, their
dedication to advancing the objectives of the NAPE PH Chapter is evident, and they are
committed to delivering successful programs and initiatives
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(4). MENTOR SOCIAL HANGOUT - YP ACTIVITY:
On April 29th, the NAPE PH Chapter held a successful Mentoring
Session at LOJ Engineering Consultants. The event was hosted by
the Chapter Coordinator, Mr. Kanu Magnus, who provided
mentorship to a group of 11 Young Professionals which included
students and interns from around Port Harcourt.
The session was lively and interactive, and the attendees benefited
immensely from the valuable insights and guidance provided by Mr.
Magnus. The purpose of the event was to offer support and guidance
to Young Professionals as they navigate the early stages of their
careers.
At the conclusion of the Mentoring Session, the participants
expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn from experienced
professionals and gain new perspectives on their career
trajectories. The Chapter Coordinator also expressed satisfaction
with the success of the event, and shared the minutes of the
meeting, as well as photographs and videos taken during the
session.
Mr. Anaele Callistus
Secretary General
NAPE Port Harcourt Chapter
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