Governor of California, Gavin Newsom, has appointed a Nigerian, Uduak-Joe Ntuk, as the State Oil and Gas Supervisor.
“He is the first Nigerian-American to hold this position in California’s history. And his family is from the Port City of Calabar, Cross River State,
He would be responsible for managing the Division of Oil, Gas and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR).
DOGGR uses science and sound engineering practices to regulate the drilling, operation and permanent closure of energy resource wells.
The division prioritises protecting the public and the environment in its oversight of the oil, natural gas.
And geothermal industries within the largest state in America.
Ntuk robust work history in America
A statement from the governor’s office said that Ntuk had served as the Petroleum Administrator for the City of Los Angeles. Los Angeles has the second-largest city in the United States of America.
“In Los Angeles, he was responsible for oversight and policy of oil fields. And gas storage facilities, petroleum refineries and pipeline franchise agreements.
“Prior to joining the city of Los Angeles, he had worked for several companies, including Tyco, General Electric and Chevron.
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“Being a technical professional with both public and private sector energy experience, he provided technical advice to the Mayor. And also to City Council and various City Departments,” said the governor’s office.
Ntuk is a strong believer in Nigeria and its potentials
The Governor’s office said that Ntuk is a strong believer in Nigeria and its potentials. It said Etuk had expressed his will to share his expertise to further develop the Nigerian petroleum industry.
And the possibilities of building a mutually-beneficial relationship with the state of California.
“A Nigerian-based Oil and Gas Consulting Company is exploring the possibilities and has initiated discussions regarding building a business relationship. Between the Nigerian oil and gas industry and the state of California through Mr Ntuk,” said the statement.
