UniGas Chairman Hakeem Olajuwon Returns to Guyana, Congratulates President Ali on Re-Election

Georgetown, Guyana - September 9, 2025 - NBA Hall of Famer and UniGas Chairman Hakeem Olajuwon concluded his second transformative visit to Guyana, marking another milestone in the company's commitment to the nation's energy transformation. During this historic return visit, Chairman Olajuwon personally congratulated President Dr. Irfaan Ali on his successful re-election to a second term, reinforcing the strong partnership between UniGas and the Government of Guyana. "It is an honor to return to this beautiful nation and congratulate President Ali on his re-election," said Hakeem Olajuwon, Chairman of UniGas Guyana. "The trust that the Guyanese people have placed in President Ali's leadership reflects the same confidence we have in Guyana's bright energy future. UniGas is more committed than ever to working alongside this administration to power Guyana's future through unity and clean energy." The visit underscored UniGas's unwavering dedication to supporting Guyana's energy infrastructure development under President Ali's continued leadership. Chairman Olajuwon's return demonstrates the company's long-term commitment to the nation and its people, building upon the foundation established during his inaugural visit in May 2025. Strengthening Government Partnership - During high-level meetings with government officials, Chairman Olajuwon and President Ali discussed the acceleration of UniGas's comprehensive energy infrastructure projects across all ten administrative regions. The discussions centered on how UniGas's innovative approach to natural gas distribution, virtual pipeline solutions, and clean energy technologies can support the administration's vision for sustainable economic development. "President Ali's re-election provides continuity and stability that is essential for long-term energy infrastructure investments," noted Sohail Hassan, President & COO of UniGas. "We are excited to deepen our collaboration with this administration and contribute to Guyana's emergence as a regional energy leader." Powering Guyana's Future Through Unity and Clean Energy - Natural Gas Distribution: Expanding reliable pipeline delivery of clean, affordable natural gas to homes, businesses, and industries across Guyana - Virtual Pipeline Solutions: Bringing clean energy access to remote and underserved communities through innovative delivery technologies - CNG Infrastructure: Developing compressed natural gas fueling stations to support transportation sector transformation - Community Development: Creating sustainable employment opportunities with 75% local hiring commitments and comprehensive workforce training programs Building on Previous Success - Chairman Olajuwon's first visit to Guyana in May 2025 established crucial relationships and demonstrated UniGas's serious commitment to the nation. This second visit builds upon that foundation, with concrete progress on multiple fronts: - Advanced discussions on infrastructure development timelines - Expanded community engagement initiatives - Enhanced partnerships with local stakeholders - Strengthened alignment with national energy priorities Community Impact and Local Engagement - Beyond government meetings, Chairman Olajuwon's visit included extensive community engagement activities, reinforcing UniGas's commitment to grassroots development. The company's approach emphasizes not just energy delivery, but comprehensive community empowerment through job creation, skills development, and local capacity building. Looking Forward - As UniGas moves forward under President Ali's second term, the company is positioned to accelerate its infrastructure development timeline and expand its impact across all regions of Guyana. The strong government partnership, combined with UniGas's international expertise and local commitment, creates an optimal environment for transformative energy development.