The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Port Harcourt Section 103 has announced plans to host the Well Intervention Summit (WIS) 2026, scheduled to take place from March 31 to April 1, 2026, at the Dr. Obi Wali International Conference Centre.
The summit comes at a critical time for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, as operators increasingly shift focus from new drilling to optimizing existing assets in response to rising costs, tighter capital expenditure, and evolving global energy dynamics.
In a statement signed by Pringle Egbe, Chairman of SPE Port Harcourt Section 103, the importance of well intervention in sustaining Nigeria’s production levels was underscored.
He noted that the industry must prioritize efficiency and asset optimization to remain competitive.
“At a time when Nigeria must do more with existing assets, well intervention is no longer optional; it is central to sustaining production, improving efficiency, and securing the future of our energy sector,” Egbe stated.
According to him, WIS 2026 is designed to foster practical solutions and strengthen collaboration across the oil and gas value chain.
Nigeria’s upstream sector continues to grapple with the challenges of aging wells, declining productivity, and rising operational costs. These constraints, combined with deferred maintenance and integrity concerns, have limited the country’s ability to maximize output from existing assets.
Industry stakeholders say the situation has made well intervention—covering activities such as well maintenance, stimulation, and repair—a key lever for improving production efficiency and extending the lifespan of mature fields.
Under the theme, “Challenges, Collaboration and Conformance: Innovating the Future of Well Intervention for Nigeria’s Production Goals,” the summit will explore strategies for operational excellence, cost optimization, regulatory alignment, and performance-driven outcomes.
Organisers say discussions will highlight:
- Advanced well intervention techniques
- Digital innovation and data-driven operations
- Integrated asset management approaches
These solutions are expected to help unlock stranded production, improve well performance, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
The summit will feature a lineup of industry leaders and technical experts, including:
- Edirihin Eta, Vice President, Well Engineering, Heirs Energies
- Ebenezer Ageh, Chief Technology Officer, Aradel Holdings
- Abdulrahman Mijinyawa, Vice President, Development, Wells and Technology
- Engr. Akintunde, COO, Geoplex Drillteq Limited
- Victor U. Georgeson of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC)
The speakers are expected to lead keynote sessions and panel discussions, sharing insights on emerging technologies, global best practices, and innovative approaches to well intervention.
Beyond technical sessions, WIS 2026 will provide opportunities for networking, exhibitions, and strategic partnerships aimed at strengthening collaboration between operators, service companies, and regulators.
The summit is expected to play a role in aligning industry efforts with Nigeria’s broader production and energy security goals.
As Nigeria works to stabilize and grow oil production, stakeholders say well intervention will remain a critical component of the country’s strategy for resilience, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.
The organisers emphasised that strengthening collaboration and adopting innovative solutions will be key to unlocking value from existing assets in an increasingly complex energy landscape.
