* Key Details Released And What to Expect
Organizers of the 2025 SAIPEC Conference have unveiled the programme of activities, highlighting the key details of the forthcoming conference, now in its 9th edition.
According to a statement released earlier today,The Sub-Saharan Africa International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (SAIPEC), organized by the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN), is set to take place at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos from February 11–13, 2025. Celebrating its landmark 9th edition, SAIPEC 2025 is held in strategic partnership with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and supported by over 30 national oil companies and regulators across Sub-Saharan Africa.
This premier event will spotlight multi-billion-dollar project opportunities across Africa, serving as a crucial platform to advance the continent’s energy, oil, and gas aspirations. With local content as a core focus, the conference will bring together more than 6,000 industry stakeholders, including National Oil Companies, International Oil Companies, government representatives, service providers, and regulators from over 50 countries.
Spanning three days, SAIPEC 2025 will feature an engaging lineup of keynote speeches from industry leaders, country showcases, and discussions on transformative themes such as shaping Africa’s energy future, fostering economic growth, and the renowned African Content Series, hosted by the NCDMB for the fifth consecutive year. Panels and sessions will delve into critical topics, including Africa’s gas strategies, financing mechanisms, and initiatives for Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion, emphasizing the importance of equitable development within the energy sector.
The return of the SAIPEC Future Generations Conference will inspire emerging energy leaders, while the SAIPEC Technical Sessions and the prestigious SAIPEC Awards will recognize groundbreaking innovations and sector achievements. Networking remains central to the event, with numerous opportunities for collaboration, including exclusive receptions and PETAN’s signature golf day finale.
At the heart of the event is the international exhibition, a vibrant showcase of cutting-edge technology, innovations, and services spanning the entire energy value chain. Global exhibitors will spotlight advancements in drilling, exploration, digitalization, and sustainable energy solutions, offering attendees direct engagement with key suppliers, service providers, and technology pioneers shaping Africa’s energy future.
This year’s event holds special significance as PETAN celebrates 30 years of leadership and innovation in Africa’s oil and gas industry. Mr. Chubby Ibe, PETAN/SAIPEC Conference Chair, remarked, “SAIPEC 2025 exemplifies our commitment to driving Africa’s energy transformation, fostering sustainable growth, and building inclusive partnerships across the continent. This year’s program is our most ambitious yet, featuring cutting-edge strategies, regional collaborations, and groundbreaking advancements that will define Africa’s oil and gas landscape. We look forward to uniting industry leaders, experts, and future visionaries to shape a secure and prosperous energy future for Sub-Saharan Africa.”
