TotalEnergies Expands Information Dissemination at NIS with Donation

Ugo Aliogo

As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), TotalEnergies Upstream Nigeria Limited has commissioned a remodeled Information Desk at the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) Office in Ikoyi, Lagos.

Speaking at the commissioning in Lagos, the Managing Director, Matthieu Bouyer who was represented by the company’s Acting General Manager, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Tonye Osifo, said TotalEnergies was committed to the sustainable development of its host regions and people.

She also stated in Nigeria, their approach has been to intervene in the critical areas of the society with initiatives that create the greatest impact, while promoting the realisation of the United Nations Sustainable Development goals.  

 “The aim is to facilitate smooth operation of passport issuance by providing capability for communication to people on the premises and ensure better organisation and security.  We believe that this facility will be put to good use to create a conducive environment for effective information sharing with members of the public and indeed within the NIS.  As a responsible energy company committed to leaving impactful footprints in all regions of our operations, we will continue to contribute meaningfully to societal development,” she stated.

On her part, the Comptroller General, Nigeria Immigration Services (NIS), Mrs.Caroline Adepoju, said the partnership between NIS and TotalEnergies did not start today, noting that they have benefited from the support the company have provided.

She said the system they commissioned further reiterates the importance of security in the environment and the significance of information dissemination, adding that information is key, information is power, and where there is a gap, it can result in a threat to lives.