Speaking at the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) 2026, Oando Energy Resources Managing Director, Dr Ainojie ‘Alex’ Irune, says Nigeria’s upstream ambitions would only translate into sustained momentum if growth targets are matched by collaborative policy, aligned governance and credible…
NIES 2026: Lokpobiri Upholds Nigeria’s Energy Mix Strategy as Catalyst for $20B Investment Surge
Addressing a high-level gathering at the NIES 2026, which included African energy ministers, investors, and corporate leaders, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, underscored Nigeria’s remarkable energy achievements. He highlighted that the nation’s oil production had increased…
NNPC Ltd Launches Gas Master Plan 2026, Targets $60bn Investment and 12bcf/day Output by 2030
Nigeria’s gas sector is set for a major scale-up following the unveiling of the NNPC Ltd Gas Master Plan 2026 (NGMP 2026), a framework aimed at accelerating gas production, infrastructure expansion, and investment-driven industrial growth. The Plan, unveiled on Friday,…
UN Charter is ‘World’s Common Life Insurance,’ Top Official Says
By Theresa Münch and Khang Mischke UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock on Wednesday said the United Nations is “under outright attack,” amid concerns that US President Donald Trump might be planning to establish a rival organization to the…
NUPRC’s New Chief, Eyesan Unveils Three-Pillar Reform Agenda to Reposition Nigeria’s Upstream Oil Sector
The sweeping reform agenda is aimed at restoring efficiency, predictability, and sustainable growth in Nigeria’s upstream petroleum sector – Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan. Promises Improved Efficiency, Collaboration Commences 90-day Approval Fast Track for quick-win opportunities Insists on Implementation of Decarbonisation Initiatives…
Nigeria To Co-Host Investopia In February, Seal Trade Pact With UAE
President Bola Tinubu announced on Tuesday that Nigeria will co-host Investopia with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Lagos in February, an initiative aimed at attracting global investors and accelerating sustainable investment inflows. He made this announcement at the 2026…
Nigeria and UAE Sign Landmark CEPA to Boost Trade, Investment, and Economic Diversification
From Left -Right: Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole; President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President United Arab Emirate Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and United Arab Emirates’ Minister of Foreign Trade and Minister in charge of Talent Attraction…
Seplat Energy Appoints Saidu Mohammed, Larry Ettah as Independent Non-Executive Directors
Seplat Energy has announced the appointment of Engineer Saidu Aliyu Mohammed and Mr. Larry Ephraim Ettah as Independent Non-Executive Directors, effective January 1, 2026, strengthening the company’s board with deep energy-sector and corporate leadership experience. The appointments follow the exit…
NCDMB Bars Middlemen from NCEC Certification
The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, Felix Ogbe, on Tuesday said the Board has tightened its certification process to stop middlemen and dubious operators from accessing Nigerian Content compliance documents. Speaking at the Practical Nigerian…
Women in Energy Nigeria Mark Five Years of Impact – Highlight Capacity, Sustainable Governance at Fourth AGM
L-R: Alternate Chair, WIEN 2025 Electoral Committee, Mrs Nneka Obi; President, Mrs Eyono Fatayi-Williams; Executive Secretary, Engr Asanimo Omezei; and Vice President, Upstream, Engr Ifeoma Ukabiala at the Pre-2025 AGM Media Parley on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 in Lagos. …
