PML 79 · Onshore
PPL 211 · Coastal swamp
PPL 207 · Coastal swamp
Apani FieldApani Energy Host Community Development Trust
- Inaugurated
- 26 March 2025
- Host communities
- Apani
- Omerelu
- Egbu
- Ihie
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Matrix E&P recognises that strong and constructive relationships with host communities are essential to responsible and sustainable upstream development. Our approach is built on early engagement, transparent communication, structured grievance management, inclusive participation and long-term community development throughout the asset lifecycle.
How we engage
Partnership built on trust
Early Engagement
Engaging host and impacted communities throughout the asset lifecycle.
Transparent Communication
Providing clear information on project activities, access, employment expectations and community matters.
Grievance Management
Providing structured channels to receive, document, escalate and resolve concerns.
Inclusive Participation
Engaging traditional institutions, youths, women and other relevant stakeholder groups.
Regulatory & community governance
Host Communities Development Trusts
Matrix E&P has established and inaugurated Host Communities Development Trusts for its key upstream assets.
Apani Field
Atamba FieldPOKKI Host Community Development Trust for Atamba Energy Limited
- Inaugurated
- 29 June 2026
- Host communities
- Pepe Ama
- Ogeh Ama
- Kunukunuma
- Kurutie
- Iva Ama
These Trusts provide structured governance for community development in line with applicable requirements under the Petroleum Industry Act, supporting community participation, needs assessment, development planning, implementation and accountability.
How a Trust comes together
- 1Identify Communities
- 2Assess Needs
- 3Establish Governance
- 4Fund & Implement
- 5Monitor & Report
Case studies of community impact are gathered on our Social Investment page, under “Bringing the Impact to Life.”