NLNG and Partners Stress Diversity for Business Growth

During the 10th Sub-Saharan Africa International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (SAIPEC) 2026 held in Lagos, Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) and other companies underscored the critical role of diversity in fostering business growth within the oil and gas sector. Ijeoma Onyenobi, head of diversity and inclusion at NLNG, reported that the company achieved 35% female representation across its management committee, reflecting a data-driven strategy supported by executive sponsorship and board approval.

NLNG's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) architecture extends beyond mere policy statements, incorporating dedicated functions and structural targets to ensure organization-wide accountability. Onyenobi emphasized tangible outcomes, including steady growth in female representation at entry and senior levels, supported by targeted recruitment efforts.

Bolanl Odunayo Ojo from Shell Nigeria reinforced the business case for inclusivity, arguing that homogeneous leadership structures are ill-suited for navigating the energy transition and associated operational risks. TotalEnergies' Eriviano Obrik also outlined ambitious targets that exceed global headquarters benchmarks.