Our living legend today is:Gbasin Philip Yerinmene: A Legacy of Leadership, Peacebuilding, and Community Development in the Niger DeltaContact: 08035351496 | Email: pgba48@gmail.comPublished by: [Prince Agbedeyi O. D. (08134902214)]Date: [04/05/2025]IntroductionBorn in Polobubo (Tsekelewu), Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State, Gbasin Philip Yerinmene has become a respected name in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, public relations, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. With a career spanning decades and a deep commitment to community engagement, he remains a strategic figure in shaping corporate-community relations in the Niger Delta.Education and Professional DevelopmentGbasin Yerinmene earned a B.Sc. (Hons) in Sociology and Anthropology from the University of Benin (1986) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism from the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (1993).He holds multiple professional certifications including:Conflict Management and Kingian Nonviolence (University of Rhode Island, USA)Fundamentals of Finance (Lagos Business School)Oil Spill ManagementStrategic Planning, Policy Formulation, and Project Management (Chevron)Member, Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)Fellow, Nigerian Institute of Oil & Gas Research and Hydrocarbon StudiesCareer HighlightsChevron Nigeria Limited (1999–2014)At Chevron, Yerinmene held several pivotal roles, including:Policy & Public Affairs Representative, Western OperationsLead Negotiator for Host Community Agreements and Swamp Re-entryTeam Leader, multiple Regional Development Councils (RDCs) in Delta and BayelsaCoordinator, Host Community Security and Surveillance ProgramSecretary, GMOU Negotiating CommitteeKey Accomplishments:Prevented shutdown of Chevron swamp operations during Warri crises (1999–2005)Negotiated the peaceful release of hostages without ransom (2000–2001)Initiated and implemented over 200 community development projectsDeveloped the first Global Memorandum of Understanding (GMOU) with host communities—now an industry benchmarkMaintained Chevron’s swamp production when national output fell to 700,000 bpd at the height of militancyDESOPADEC (2015–2019)As the Pioneer Executive Director of Projects for the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Yerinmene led the design and execution of vital infrastructure and development projects across Delta State.Other Roles:CEO, Star Trust Investment Ltd. (1993–1996)Corporate Affairs Manager, City Code Trust/Mortgage Bank (1991–1992)Crisis Management & PeacebuildingYerinmene played an integral role during major periods of unrest in the Niger Delta. His diplomacy and negotiation skills helped restore peace among warring ethnic groups and facilitated the safe resumption of oil operations—without compensation or further conflict.His Nonviolence Training Program, proposed in 2007 and later adopted by the Federal Government under the Amnesty Program (2009), helped rehabilitate ex-militants and promote peace across the region.Awards and RecognitionGbasin Phlip Yerinmene has received numerous local and international accolades, including:Chevron MD's Operational Excellence Award (1999)Chevron Award for GMOU Implementation (2008)Peace Legend Award (2018)African Child Foundation Role Model Award (2017)UNIBEN Alumni Merit Award (2019)Golden Award of Excellence by Community Newspaper Publishers (2016)DESOPADEC Pacesetting Award (2015)LegacyGbasin Yerinmene’s legacy is one of peace, resilience, and community-centered leadership. He continues to serve as a bridge between corporations and communities, inspiring younger generations through his commitment to dialogue, trust-building, and sustainable development.For inquiries, collaborations, or speaking engagements, contact:Phone: 08035351496Email: pgba48@gmail.com
Comments