Oredola Adeola
The Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) 2024, scheduled to take place at the International Conference Centre (ICC) in Abuja, Nigeria, from February 26 to March 1, 2024, will host President Bola Tinubu including H.E Haitham Al Ghais, OPEC Secretary General, Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim, Secretary General, African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO) and other global energy leaders for discussions on new energy world order.
This was disclosed in a statement by James Shindi, Chief Executive, Brevity Anderson, the conference producers, and event organizers and obtained by Advisors Reports on Monday.
According to the statement, President Tinubu, will deliver the keynote address.
The Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES), the official Oil and Gas meeting of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, jointly hosted by the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources and its parastatals, is an annual gathering that serves as the official platform for dialogue and collaboration within the oil and gas sector in Nigeria.
It brings together key industry players, decision-makers, and stakeholders to address critical issues and opportunities in the evolving energy landscape.
The conference organiser stated that the President’s participation is expected to not only elevate Nigeria’s standing in the global energy community but also foster collaborations that transcend geographical boundaries.
It said, “Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), will present the Gas Industry Address, while Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), will deliver the Oil Industry Address.
“Internationally acclaimed speakers include H.E Eng. Mohamed Hamel, Secretary General, Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), and H.E. Joseph McMonigle, Secretary General, International Energy Forum (IEF).
“From the industry, distinguished speakers include Mr. Abdulrazaq Isa, Chairman, International Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG)/ Waltersmith Group, Mr. Osagie Okunbor, Country Chair/CEO, Shell Companies in Nigeria/ Chairman, Oil Producers Trade Section (OPTS), and Mrs. Catherine Uju Ifejika, Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Brittania-U.
Other notable speakers are Mr. Mele Kolo Kyari, GCEO, Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mrs. Elohor Aiboni, Managing Director, SNEPCo, Mr. Austin Avuru, Executive Chairman, Platform Petroleum Ltd/Chairman, AA Holdings Limited, Mr. Matthieu Bouyer, CEO, TotalEnergies, Mr. Shane Harris, CEO, Exxonmobil Nigeria, Mr. Adewale Tinubu, GCEO, Oando Plc, Mr. Rick Kennedy, Chairman/MD, Chevron Nigeria and a host of others.
“The theme of the summit, ‘Navigating the new energy world order: Security, Transition, and Finance.’ reflects the imperative for stakeholders in the energy industry to collaboratively address challenges related to security, adapt to the changing energy landscape, and mobilize financial resources for a sustainable and resilient future.
“This theme encourages discussions and initiatives that contribute to shaping a dynamic and responsible global energy paradigm.
“NIES 2024 promises to be a groundbreaking summit, bringing together key players in the energy sector to explore the challenges and opportunities in the new energy world order. We are honored to facilitate a platform that fosters dialogue and collaboration among industry leaders,” says James Shindi, Chief Executive, Brevity Anderson, the conference producers, and event organizers.
Anderson further stated that NIES 2024, based on tradition, is expected to draw the highest level of attendance from top decision-makers, industry leaders, and stakeholders across Africa and the global energy community.
