The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has appointed Mr Jerry Amah as its Acting General Secretary, following a decision taken at the union’s last National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja.
Mr Amah succeeds Mr Lumumba Okugbawa, who officially retired after 25 years of distinguished service to the association, marking the end of an era in PENGASSAN’s leadership.
Until his appointment, Mr Amah served as Assistant General Secretary of the union, a role in which he was widely regarded for his strategic communication skills and administrative experience.
He holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mass Communication/Media Studies from the University of Lagos, equipping him with a strong professional foundation in media relations and organisational leadership.
Mr Amah also previously served as Director of Marketing, Communications, Public Relations and Protocols at the Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State, where he was credited with strengthening the institution’s public image and stakeholder engagement.
Congratulating him on the appointment, PENGASSAN President, Mr Peter Osifo, urged the new Acting General Secretary to deepen his commitment to the union’s values and its members.
“This is a critical time for the union. We expect Comrade Amah to rededicate himself to advancing the ideals of PENGASSAN and protecting the interests and welfare of our members,” Mr Osifo said.
In his acceptance remarks, Amah described the appointment as a call to greater service, saying the new role would allow him to contribute more meaningfully to the growth of the union.
“I am grateful for the confidence reposed in me and remain committed to serving PENGASSAN diligently and with integrity,” he said.