TotalEnergies Reaffirms Commitment to Local Content Development-Ojum TotalEnergies has reaffirmed its commitment to continuously improve initiatives that will improve on its local content delivery. Speaking at the 9th Nigerian International Energy Summit, Mr. Cyprian Ojum, Deputy General Manager, Nigerian Content, TotalEnergies, emphasized that local content is a strategic priority, not just a compliance checkbox. He…
Bouyer, TotalEnergies MD says Company Plan to Maximize Existing Onshore and Offshore Assets Managing Director of TotalEnergies E&P, Matthieu Bouyer says company has revealed a bold dual strategy at the ongoing Nigerian International Energy Summit, NIES2026, balancing operational expansion with sustainability. Speaking during a panel session on the theme “Capitalizing Africa’s Global Upstream Momentum,” Bouyer…
NCDMB Pledges Enduring Support for APPO, Africa Energy Bank The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has reaffirmed its strong support to the African Petroleum Producers Organisation (APPO) and its newly established financial institution – the Africa Energy Bank (AEB). The Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe made the pledge on Thursday…
Renaissance Africa Scoops Energy Deal of the Year at NIES 2026 for $2.4B Shell Acquisition Renaissance Africa Energy Company has been named the winner of the Energy Deal of the Year for 2025 at the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) 2026 awards, held in Abuja. The accolade recognises the company’s landmark $2.4 billion acquisition of…
MEMAN Chairman Calls for Competition and Transparency to Strengthen Nigeria’s Downstream Sector At the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES), industry stakeholders highlighted persistent challenges in Nigeria’s downstream sector, including regulatory hurdles and operational inefficiencies that have affected both operators and public perception. Speaking at a panel on the downstream industry, the Chairman of the Major…
NNPC Seeks Experienced Technical Partners to Deliver Sustainable Refinery Turnaround The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has revealed that the national oil company is engaging technical partners with proven expertise in refining and petrochemical operations as part of efforts to reposition Nigeria’s refineries for sustainable performance and profitability. Ojulari…
NDPHC, KAEDCO Strengthen Collaboration to Improve Electricity Delivery in Kaduna The Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) and Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (KAEDCO) have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing electricity supply across Kaduna State through stronger operational collaboration. As part of this effort, KAEDCO Chairman, Mr. Aminu Suleiman, and the company’s Managing Director, Dr. Umar…
Aradel Holdings Clinches Integrated Operator Honour at NIES 2026 Aradel Holdings Plc has been honoured with the Best Full-Field Integrated Operator Award at the 9th Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES 2026), organised by the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources. The award recognises energy companies whose activities cut across upstream production, midstream infrastructure development, and downstream…
Dangote Refinery Denies Importing Finished Fuel, Says Operations Meet Global Standards Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals (DPRP) has dismissed claims that it imports finished petroleum products, describing the allegations as inaccurate and based on a misunderstanding of how modern refineries operate. The company explained that, as a large-scale merchant refinery, it refines crude oil and…
Esso Urges Stronger Project Competitiveness to Unlock Global Energy Investments Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited (an ExxonMobil affiliate) has emphasized the need for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to improve the competitiveness of Nigeria’s oil and gas projects in order to attract global investment capital. Speaking during the Upstream Leadership Dialogue at the Nigeria International…