Group To Redefine Oil & Gas Industry Skills Acquisition

The Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN) national president,  Chris O. Osarumwense, has announced a forward-looking strategic roadmap to redefine human capital development in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas sector.

The national publicity secretary of the association, Funmi Ogbue said, the roadmap was made public during the inauguration of its newly elected National Executive Committee.

Speaking during the inaugural address, Osarumwense expressed deep appreciation to OGTAN members for their trust and reaffirmed the executive committee’s unwavering commitment to serve with diligence, integrity, and vision.

”The mandate given to us is a solemn call to action. We are committed to delivering on our promises with the highest standards of professionalism and accountability,” said Mr. Osarumwense.

The new leadership outlined a seven-point agenda that will steer the association toward national influence and international relevance.

This includes Strategic Partnerships and Affiliations in which OGTAN will pursue robust collaborations with international training institutions, Nigerian universities, and polytechnics to foster knowledge exchange and close the academia–industry skills gap.

It will also establish OGTAN as a recognised certificate-awarding body with robust quality assurance standards and expanded accreditation for trainers and facilities.

The EXCO will champion the adoption of modern training technologies and standardised curricula to ensure Nigeria remains competitive in the global energy workforce and actively promote the services of its members and advocate for improved commercial terms with IOCs and government entities.

Also, by deepening ties with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and increasing participation in global forums, OGTAN aims to be a critical voice in national policy development.

The new leadership further plans to expand OGTAN Energy Consult Limited (OECL), which will be scaled into a revenue-generating consulting hub offering training needs analysis, curriculum design, and strategic industry solutions, while a diversified financial model will be implemented to ensure OGTAN’s long-term sustainability through membership dues, service fees, sponsorships, and transparent financial governance.

Osarumwense stressed that the success of this transformative agenda hinges on the active involvement of all members. He reaffirmed the EXCO’s open-door policy and encouraged collaborative engagement