NACCIMA picks Goddie Chemicals boss into upstream oil & gas trade group

Goddie Etim

A Port Harcourt-based oil and gas magnet, Godwin Etim, a chief, has been tapped into the national oil and gas trade group by the National Association of the Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA). This has been described as another momentous chapter of his illustrious career.

Etim is to be a national officer and vice chairman of the Upstream Oil and Gas Trade Group. This role, announced amid Nigeria’s push for energy sector reforms, is said to have placed him at the vanguard of shaping policies that would drive upstream exploration, production, and trade. “It’s a fitting crown for a man who has spent decades immersed in the very heart of the industry”, his close associates said in Port Harcourt.

Etim, an accomplished engineer and entrepreneur, serves as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Goddie Chemicals International Limited, said to be a powerhouse in the oil and gas sector specializing in chemical solutions for upstream operations, including drilling fluids and baryte processing.

His company, headquartered in Port Harcourt, has not only navigated the turbulent waters of Nigeria’s energy industry but has also expanded its footprint internationally, with affiliates in the UK. Yet, Godwin’s influence is said to extend far beyond corporate ledgers.

He holds the position of 2nd Deputy President of the Port Harcourt Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (PHCCIMA), where he has championed local business growth and economic empowerment in the region.

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In this new assignment, Etim said to be ready to bring his wealth of experience to bear on transformative impact, drawing from his hands-on expertise in oilfield chemicals and drilling technologies, according to a statement signed by Anderson Hart of PHCCIMA media unit. “He will advocate for innovative practices that enhance efficiency, reduce environmental footprints, and attract foreign investment.

“His philanthropic lens will ensure that policies prioritize community development, job creation, and equitable resource distribution—ensuring the Delta’s riches benefit all Nigerians, not just a few.”

Described as a trailblazer, the chief is expected to push for collaborations between government, private sectors, and international partners, embedding sustainability and technological advancement into the upstream agenda.

Under his vice chairmanship, the statement said, the trade group could pioneer initiatives like local content enhancement programs, mirroring his foundation’s ethos of empowerment.

Anderson said: “Etim’s story continues to unfold—a narrative of grit, generosity, and groundbreaking vision. In a nation hungry for leaders who lead with both head and heart, he stands as a beacon, proving that true trailblazers don’t just forge paths; they illuminate them for generations to come.”

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