Nigeria's Energy Sector to Address Security at OTL 2026

The 2026 OTL Africa Downstream Energy Week in Lagos will convene key stakeholders and regulatory agencies to discuss developments in Nigeria's midstream and downstream petroleum sectors amid federal fiscal reforms. The event aims to provide a platform for energy analysts and industry players to evaluate current policies, identify challenges, and propose solutions to enhance growth across the petroleum value chain.

Ekperikpe Ekpo, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), emphasized the government's commitment to harnessing gas resources for industrialization and other productive activities. He highlighted critical gas infrastructure projects, including the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) and Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) pipelines, which are essential for connecting supply sources to demand centers.

The theme for the event, “Secure Energy, Shared Prosperity,” will address how African economies can leverage energy resources for reliable supplies and economic benefits. The conference will also focus on regional energy market integration and the need for regulatory cooperation.