The Energy and Maritime Reporters (EMR) has resolved to strengthen partnerships with critical stakeholders in a bid to grow the oil, gas and blue economy sectors in the Niger Delta.
Chairman of EMR, Martins Giadom disclosed this on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 during the association’s Congress at the Ernest Ikoli Press Centre, NUJ Complex in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
He said the association will develop better proposals to attract sponsors for its Live Roundtable programme across more Media platforms in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State Capital.
The meeting also resolved that EMR will participate in observing International Days and partner with the Rivers State Government to promote the rich and untapped blue economy.
Speaking, Vice Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Rivers State Council, Kelvin Nengia, described Rivers State as the main hub of Nigeria’s Blue Economy.
He promised the support of NUJ Rivers State Council towards the upcoming Rivers EMR Conference and Awards Ceremony, commending EMR for partnering Dr. Membere-Otagi Foundation in sponsoring the Annual Best Niger Delta Maritime Awards and urged EMR to engage key government agencies for support.
The association agreed to pursue sponsorships, professional training, and foster stronger collaboration across the eleven EMR chapters across the country.
EMR Rivers Chapter further emphasized its readiness to drive visibility for the energy and maritime sector in the Niger Delta, to grow Nigeria Economy.
