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Article

5 Sep 2001

Author:
Yakubu Lawal, Guardian [Lagos]

Christian Association Moves to Reconcile Mosop, Shell

The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has joined efforts at finding an amicable solution to the lingering crisis involving the Movement for the Survival of Ogoni People (MOSOP) and Anglo-Dutch oil firm -- Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria...Speaking on SPDC's new Corporate Image Campaign yesterday, Berg [Shell Nigeria's Chairman and Managing Director, Ron Van Den Berg] said the initiative is to open up a new vista of understanding for the company, which he said will give rise to the idea being replicated in selected countries, including Malaysia, Ireland and South Africa. "The thrust of this new corporate identity campaign of Shell is our sustainable development programme, which ensues that Shall conducts its business in an environmentally and socially responsible manner," he said.