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By Adewale Sanyaolu
The management of Xenergi Limited has said the company is not in dispute with its host community over the land housing its gas projects.
A statement from Xenergi’s Corporate Communications Department, signed by Egoyibi Ekpeti, disclosed that the company has taken notice of media reports crediting a statement from Axxela Limited with allegations that directly imply the company’s involvement in a land dispute between Axxela and its host communities in Delta State.
Xenergi Limited categorically refuted any claims suggesting its involvement in land encroachment or community disruption. The company also described as unfortunate the allegation that it is making a calculated effort “to monopolise gas supply in the region, using Emu Ebendo as a proxy in what is essentially a trade war,” stressing that Xenergi remains a focused commercial entity and does not represent any of the communities in the dispute.
“Up till this moment, we have maintained years of healthy and peaceful coexistence with our host communities, leading to optimised field operations with minimal social or security disruptions.”
The company stated that this has been possible through its commitment to the peaceful and lawful acquisition of land from host communities.
The statement further noted that Xenergi’s operations are based on meticulously structured Public-Private Partnership (PPP) and collaborative community arrangements designed to drive infrastructure growth, economic empowerment, and sustainable development in Delta State.
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“Our land acquisition processes also adhere strictly to legal and regulatory frameworks, with the full participation and consent of key stakeholders.
We firmly believe that disputes of this nature should be addressed through dialogue, legal channels, and respect for institutional processes. We are committed to any process that would lead to harmonious resolutions and bring all parties into collaboration in delivering the government’s aspirations in the gas industry as captured in the Decade of Gas programme.”
The company, therefore, called on all relevant authorities and stakeholders to intervene and restore peace, mutual trust, and stability in its host communities.
“We call for development that is rooted in fairness, respects lawful ownership, and ensures genuine community engagement.
Xenergi remains committed to working collaboratively with community leaders, authorities, and stakeholders to ensure a peaceful resolution.
Our dedication to sustainable development, community empowerment, and fostering progress through lawful and ethical means remains unwavering.
We urge all parties to cease all altercations and disruptive actions to create a conducive environment for resolution, as the future of Delta State depends on sustainable, transparent, and fair principles that we will continue to uphold.”
