FCMLST provost Prof Etukudoh congratulates oil & gas minister on appointment as president of 2026 GECF ministerial meeting.

By Divine Sam

The Provost and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal College of Medical Laboratory Science and Technology (FCMLST), Jos, Professor Sunday N. Etukudoh, FMLSCN, FWAPCMLS, FCAI, has extended warm felicitations to the Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, PhD, on his appointment as President of the 2026 Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) Ministerial Meeting.

In a congratulatory message issued on behalf of the management, staff, and his family, Prof. Etukudoh described the appointment as “a bold testament to Dr. Ekpo’s exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication, and profound expertise in the global energy sector.”

The Provost lauded the Honourable Minister for consistently demonstrating exemplary service and visionary leadership that continue to position Nigeria as a key player in the international energy landscape.

“Your appointment as President of the 2026 GECF Ministerial Meeting not only underscores your personal achievements but also elevates Nigeria’s stature on the world stage,” Prof. Etukudoh noted. “It reflects our nation’s steadfast commitment to equitable energy access, sustainability, and a cleaner energy future.”

He expressed confidence that Dr. Ekpo’s stewardship will foster global cooperation, enhance stability, and promote inclusivity in the gas industry, thereby strengthening Nigeria’s contributions to international energy diplomacy.

Prof. Etukudoh further reaffirmed the collective pride of the FCMLST community in the Honourable Minister’s achievement, describing it as a milestone worthy of celebration and a source of inspiration for public service excellence across sectors.

“We are proud to celebrate this remarkable milestone with you,” the Provost added. “Your success continues to inspire confidence in Nigeria’s leadership and capacity to drive meaningful change on the global stage.”

The Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) is a coalition of the world’s leading gas-producing nations committed to promoting dialogue, cooperation, and sustainable growth within the global gas market. Nigeria’s leadership of the 2026 Ministerial Meeting marks another significant stride in the nation’s expanding influence in international energy governance.