NOG Energy Conference Targets Actionable Strategies To Strengthen Output Security

Organisers of NOG Energy Week have unveiled plans for the 25th anniversary edition of the conference, positioning the 2026 gathering as a major platform for advancing practical solutions to Africa’s evolving energy challenges.

The event, scheduled for July 5–9, 2026 in Abuja, will convene stakeholders from across the continent and beyond under the theme, “Advancing Energy Ambitions for Competitive & Resilient Economies.”

In a statement, the organisers said this year’s conference would go beyond policy dialogue to focus on eight priority thematic pillars aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s and Africa’s role in global energy security.

They noted that shifting global geopolitics and supply chain realignments have elevated energy security as a top priority for many countries, creating new opportunities for Africa—particularly Nigeria—to position itself as a reliable supplier of oil, gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Against this backdrop, the conference programme has been designed to address supply stability, infrastructure deficits and long-term competitiveness across the energy value chain.

The organisers said the event would also emphasise strategic partnerships and regional cooperation, with a focus on deal-making, investment alignment and cross-border collaboration. “The 2026 edition will serve as a coordinated platform to align capital and unlock opportunities across Africa’s energy landscape,” the statement said.

According to the organisers, the agenda adopts an integrated energy systems approach, linking upstream exploration and production with midstream infrastructure and downstream distribution networks.

This, they said, is critical to delivering energy at scale and reinforcing Africa’s position as a dependable supply base in a tightening global market.

They added that discussions would highlight the importance of strengthening midstream and downstream infrastructure to support processing, refining and efficient delivery, particularly as countries diversify their energy mix.

A key focus of the conference will be the growing role of gas and LNG as drivers of industrialisation and export-led growth. The organisers stressed that gas remains central to Nigeria’s strategy for powering industries and supporting economic expansion.

The programme will also explore the role of technology and innovation, including artificial intelligence-driven solutions, in improving efficiency across the energy value chain. These technologies are expected to enhance exploration outcomes, optimise production and enable more responsive energy systems, especially in the face of rising global demand from digital infrastructure and data centres.

In addition, dedicated sessions will examine decarbonisation strategies and renewable energy development, reflecting the need to balance hydrocarbon growth with sustainability objectives.

The organisers said the conference has been carefully curated by an executive committee to ensure that discussions translate into measurable outcomes, particularly in addressing key bottlenecks in the sector.

An extensive lineup of speakers has been confirmed for the event, including Heineken Lokpobiri, Ekperikpe Ekpo and Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu.

Other industry leaders expected to participate include Bayo Bashir Ojulari, Proscovia Nabbanja, Jim Swartz, Ainojie Alex Irune and Nasir Alfa Mohammed.

Participation is also expected from leading global financial and development institutions, including the World Bank, African Development Bank and Africa Finance Corporation, with discussions centred on mobilising capital and scaling energy production across the continent.