The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has promoted six deputy directors to fill vacant positions in the regulatory agency.

Mr Paul Osu, Head, Corporate Affairs, DPR, confirmed the promotion of the deputy directors in a statement issued on Tuesday in Lagos.

Osu said the the promotions followed the retirement of various officers across several units, in line with the Public Service Regulations.

He said the  promotions were in line with the Federal Government’s desire to reorganise the Department for better service delivery in line with international best standards.

He said the DPR  remains committed to its mandate of creating an enabling environment for businesses in the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry to thrive.