Category: The Nation – Nigeria

The federal government has appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to shelve its planned strike which is expected to start next week.

The government said there was no need for the union to embark on strike as it was committed to addressing all outstanding demands raised by the union.

The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa made the appeal in Abuja on Wednesday while briefing journalists on the progress of ongoing negotiations between the Federal Government and university-based unions.

ASUU has threatened to go on strike at the end of its 14-day ultimatum which it issued on September 28.

The ultimatum will end on Oct 12.

Alausa highlighted several steps already taken by the government to demonstrate commitment, including the release of N50 billion for earned academic allowances and the provision of N150 billion in the 2025 budget for the revitalisation of tertiary institutions.

He said, ‘The President has kept his promises. We have addressed promotional arrears, and the issues of wage awards and allowances have been resolved. By next year, all arrears will be fully cleared, including the 2025 wage award. The government is sincere and committed.’

Alausa said that the Mahmud Yayale Ahmed Federal Government Tertiary Institutions Expanded Negotiation Committee had been reconstituted and inaugurated to fast-track talks with both academic and non-academic unions in universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.

He stated, ‘We are finalising the components of the condition of service that ASUU has proposed. Our counterpart committee is also working to conclude its response, and hopefully, by the end of today or tomorrow, the Mahmud Yayale Ahmed Committee will present the Federal Government’s counter-offer to ASUU.’

He explained that President Bola Tinubu had given clear directives that all efforts must be made to avoid another disruption in the nation’s tertiary institutions.

Alausa said, ‘The President has mandated us to do everything humanly possible to avoid a strike. People at the highest level of government have been working several hours behind the scenes to come up with a robust but affordable response to the unions’ demands. These issues have dragged on for over 10 to 15 years, but this administration is determined to resolve them once and for all.’

The minister stated that, unlike in the past where separate committees handled negotiations for universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, the government had now adopted a unified approach to ensure efficiency and coherence in the process.

The minister added, ‘In the past, we had three different committees working, one for universities, one for polytechnics, and one for colleges of education. But that was not an efficient way to negotiate.

‘Now, we have one expanded negotiating committee that engages all tertiary institutions and all unions, both academic and non-academic, to ensure a holistic understanding of their needs.’

According to Alausa, about 80 per cent of the unions’ requests are similar across the tertiary subsectors, while the remaining 20 per cent relate to peculiar career and institutional needs.

‘We have seen all the requests, and we understand their peculiarities. The new committee has started work already and will continue to engage the unions expeditiously to reach a mutually beneficial agreement,’ he said.

The minister also urged ASUU and other unions to embrace dialogue as a first option rather than resorting to industrial action.

He said, ‘We know you have been patient, but please don’t use strike as your first resort. These are issues that have lingered for decades. President Tinubu has shown genuine political will and benevolence towards education. We will resolve this matter comprehensively, respectfully, and in a way the government can afford.’

He assured that discussions on the new conditions of service would soon be concluded, noting that this was the final component of the ongoing negotiation process.

The minister said, ‘We have resolved most of the concerns raised by the unions, and we are now at the final stage of the conditions of service.

‘We are pleading for patience. The government is truthful and genuinely interested in resolving this crisis once and for all.’

ASUU has already begun full mobilisation of its members in preparation for a possible nationwide warning strike ahead of its 14-day ultimatum, which is set to expire on Sunday this week.

Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting and assisting refugees, asylum seekers, migrants, and internally displaced persons (IDPs).

The commitment was made at the 76th session of the Executive Committee (ExCom) meeting of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) where over 150 countries presented their statement concerning refugee affairs in their countries.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Yakubu Kofarmata, with the support of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), highlighted Nigeria’s efforts to provide durable solutions for displaced populations.

According to Kofarmata, as of September 2025, Nigeria hosts over 142,000 refugees and asylum seekers and has received over 24,000 documented returnees and spontaneous returns.

He added that the country has a population of over 6.7 million internally displaced persons.

He however, noted that Nigeria was keen to adopt innovative measures to ensure efficient and quality service delivery to displaced populations.

He further hinted that significant progress has been made in promoting refugee protection and solutions by providing access to national services for refugees and asylum seekers and documenting refugees and asylum seekers.

‘In 2025, the government, with UNHCR support, has worked hard to complete the outstanding registration and refugee status determination backlogs, and hopefully by December 2025, all things being equal, this shall be done.’

On other measures to better the lives of the vulnerable, he said, ‘In 2025, state authorities across six Nigerian states, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, accompanied by UNHCR, provided agricultural land on lease, for use by IDPs, refugees and returnees.

‘These are in the states of Akwa Ibom, Nassarawa, Benue, Cross River, Katsina and Taraba, amounting to a total of 2,705 hectares of land, to be used for solar-powered irrigation crop production for the most part, fisheries and poultry breeding, amongst others.

‘This support will enable displaced populations not only to have a sustainable livelihood but to regain their dignity and ensure stability of movements. For IDPs and returnees, this promises to be a game-changer in terms of actively promoting solution initiatives. For refugees, they will not have to be subject to dwindling and fluctuating donor funding.’

He also hinted that efforts have been put in to ensure that refugees, asylum seekers, Stateless Persons, returnees, as well as IDPs and host communities, including those in the hard-to-reach locations, are enrolled on the National Identity Number (NIN).

He explained that the enrolment will enable them to freely open bank accounts, telecom services, school children registration and access to other social services like ordinary citizens of the country.

Nigeria, however, called on the international community to strengthen collective action in five critical areas.

‘We recognise that the magnitude of displacement today demands not only resilience from host countries, but also deeper global solidarity and innovative approaches. There is a need to ensure timely, people-centred responses and invest in digital innovation to develop secure and inclusive platforms that safeguard data while empowering refugees with direct access to their information.

‘We also need to encourage responsibility-sharing to ease the disproportionate burden on frontline host countries and advance durable solutions that foster education, livelihoods, and social cohesion, enabling displaced populations to contribute meaningfully to host societies.

‘Enhancing active engagement of private sector actors and the strengthened participation of development partners in advancing sustainable humanitarian solutions and related interventions is key.’

Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have discovered their opponents for the final qualifying phase of the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026, following yesterday’s draw held at the Patrick Baumann House of Basketball in Mies, Switzerland.

The four-time African champions will compete in Lyon-Villeurbanne, France, one of the four host cities for the global qualifiers scheduled to take place from March 11 to 17, 2026.

D’Tigress have been drawn in a tough group alongside France, Germany, Korea, Colombia, and the Philippines, as they look to secure a place at the Berlin 2026 World Cup. The qualifiers will serve as the final gateway to the world’s biggest women’s basketball tournament, where 16 nations will battle for glory.

The draw was conducted by Germany’s Marie Guelich and former French captain Endy Miyem, under the supervision of FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis and representatives from participating federations.

Aside from Lyon-Villeurbanne, other host cities for the qualifiers include Wuhan (China), San Juan (Puerto Rico), and Istanbul (Trkiye).

D’Tigress will be hoping to continue their dominance on the African continent and translate it into another impressive global outing as they aim to secure qualification for the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin 2026.

The Full Draw:

Wuhan, China: Mali, South Sudan, Brazil, Belgium, Czechia, China

Lyon-Villeurbanne, France: Colombia, Philippines, Germany, Korea, France, Nigeria

San Juan, Puerto Rico: New Zealand, Puerto Rico, USA, Senegal, Italy, Spain

Istanbul, Trkiye: Hungary, Trkiye, Argentina, Australia, Canada, Japan

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will today unveil a newly completed 420 home units at Ajara, Badagry.

The opening of the new Lagos State Housing Estate Ajara phase 1 at Badagry, will further increase the stock of model housing units and cater for accomodation needs of over 2000 individuals.

Commissioner for Housing Moruf Akinderu-Fatai during a media chats with reporters stated that the estate consists of 420 home apartments of one, two and three bedrooms.

Akinderu-Fatai said the aim is to provide affordable and quality housing in line with Governor Sanwo-Olu’s campaign promise to complete all ongoing housing projects in the state.

He expressed excitement about the project’s completion, citing its potential impact on the community’s economy.

The commissioner thanked prospective subscribers for their patience and trust in the administration.

He also advised interested subscribers who have intention to apply to visit the Estate department of the Ministry at Block 3, the Secretariat, Alausa and refrain from dealing with swindlers as the ministry does not engage agents in the sale of any of its housing units.

The Nigerian non-interest capital market has grown remarkably, now valued at N1.6 trillion, with Sukuk dominating the sector’s expansion. This milestone reflects increasing investor confidence in ethical and non-interest financial products.

Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, disclosed this in Abuja during a joint press briefing ahead of the 7th African International Conference on Islamic Finance (AICIF), organised in collaboration with The Metropolitan Law Firm and Metropolitan Skills Limited.

Dr. Agama said the overwhelming interest in recent Sukuk issuances reflects deep investor trust in the regulatory direction of the market. ‘The 700per cent oversubscription of the last issuance underscores the massive investor confidence we have built, thus demonstrating a robust and growing appetite for ethical and non-interest financial products,’ he said.

He added that the enactment of the new Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 has given the SEC a stronger and clearer legal foundation to expand the non-interest financial landscape. According to him, ‘With the new Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025, we have a modernised regulatory framework that provides clarity and confidence, making the outcomes of this conference more actionable than ever before.’

Dr. Agama described the new law as a ‘game-changer,’ saying it provides ‘a robust, statutory framework for Sukuk and other Non-Interest financial instruments.’ He explained that the Act empowers the SEC to register Non-Interest Collective Investment Schemes, directly fulfilling the objectives of Nigeria’s Capital Market Masterplan to deepen market development and foster innovation.

Speaking on the forthcoming 7th African International Conference on Islamic Finance, the SEC chief said the event will bring together regulators, senior financial executives, eminent scholars, and representatives from development finance institutions. ‘This convergence of expertise is by design,’ he noted, adding that the goal is to ‘foster high-level collaboration leading to the harmonisation of policies and the creation of innovative financial solutions that address the unique needs of our emerging economies.’

He said promoting financial inclusion will be central to all discussions at the conference, which will feature technical sessions exploring practical financing models and strategies.

‘We will have a major conversation on ‘Unlocking Capital for Africa’s Infrastructure,’ addressing how to fund the roads, power, and technology our economies need for growth and development. We will also explore the future of sustainable development in the session, ‘Green and Ethical Investments: The Future of Energy Finance,’ and connect finance to the real economy with a paper on ‘Agricultural Financing: From Farm to Table through Ethical Options,” he said.

Dr. Agama also revealed that the conference will spotlight technology-driven finance. ‘In recognition of the digital transformation of our world today, we will address ‘The Role of Fintech in Transforming Islamic Finance and Capital Markets,’ ensuring Africa remains at the forefront of financial innovation,’ he said.

In her remarks, Managing Partner of The Metropolitan Law Firm and Chairman of the AICIF 2025 Planning Committee, Ummahani Amin, said the collaboration with SEC reflects a unified vision to strengthen the Islamic finance ecosystem in Nigeria and across Africa.

‘This collaboration between SEC and The Metropolitan Law Firm and Metropolitan Skills Ltd. underscores our shared vision to strengthen the Islamic finance ecosystem, deepen investor confidence, and support innovation that aligns with integrity and shared prosperity,’ she said.

Amin added that this year’s conference comes at a defining moment for the continent. ‘Africa continues to explore innovative, ethical, and sustainable pathways to finance development. Islamic finance has proven to be one of the fastest-growing segments of the global financial system, and AICIF provides a unique platform to bring together policymakers, regulators, scholars, investors, and practitioners to shape that future here on the continent,’ she said.

The AICIF, now in its seventh edition, has become a key platform for advancing ethical finance in Africa, supporting regulatory development, and promoting sustainable investment practices across markets.

After nearly three years away from the Nigerian national team, Mati Taiwo is back and his return couldn’t be more symbolic as Nigeria prepares to defend its men’s team title at the 2025 ITTF-African Championships in Tunis, to be held from 12-19 October.

Mati earned his place on the team through hard work, helped Nigeria to secure a men’s team victory and reached the semi-finals in singles at the 2025 West Africa Regional Championships in Lagos.

These performances were pivotal to his selection, including the ranking points he garnered at WTT Contender Lagos.

Now based in France and playing for league side Association tennis de table Le Havre, Mati has been rebuilding his form, helping his club in the French PRO B DIVISION and competing at various WTT events occasionally.

‘I feel positive and more confident to be back,’ he said. ‘I’ve been preparing really well for this tournament.’

Mati joins a familiar cast, including Muizz Adegoke, Kuti Matthew, and Abdulbasit AbdulFatai; teammates with whom he shares a successful spell during his youth-level days.

The squad will be captained by Olajide Omotayo, stepping up in the absence of Aruna Quadri, whose leadership was instrumental in last year’s men’s team triumph.

‘We’ll miss Aruna. I checked up on him after hearing he withdrew. The confidence whenever he’s on the team and the less pressure we experience because of him. But we’ll still feel the captain’s spirit that we usually get from him. Nevertheless, we’ll always try our best to be positive,’ Mati admitted

Despite the challenge posed by perennial rivals Egypt, Mati believes in the strength and energy of the younger squad.

‘We’re full of energy and can go a long way. I feel we can cause an upset,’ echoed Mati

His optimism is matched by his praise for the Nigerian Table Tennis Federation’s recent investment in youth development, which he calls a ‘great development.

‘ That investment is now bearing fruit, and he hopes that if the momentum continues, it will birth even more generations of players ready to fly the flag higher on the international stage.

Taiwo’s return is a reflection of Nigeria’s growing depth in its current squad, boosting younger and developing talents ready to carry on the torch of Nigeria’s legacy in the sport.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a future disruptor; it is a present weapon for democracy which faces the dual pressures of internal erosion and external manipulation today. Around the world, AI is already being used to weaken democracies, manipulate public opinion, prop up authoritarian regimes and dampen diplomatic credibility. Yet the risks are not confined to national borders. A recent DW report warned that AI-driven disinformation could destabilise elections across Africa in the coming years. With 18 African countries scheduled to hold elections between 2025 and 2026, the stakes are global. As these reports emphasise, Africa is one of the key battlegrounds where the integrity of democracy will be tested by the malevolent use of AI. Technology has become a tool of destabilisation and control with AI-generated deepfakes sowing doubt in elections and synthetic propaganda amplifying the appeal of military juntas. This dual threat makes AI one of the defining battlegrounds of the 21st century, and for Nigeria, Africa’s most populous democracy, the question is not whether AI will shape our political and social life, but how we choose to govern AI in ways that strengthen our democracy rather than undermine it.

The evidence is mounting. In Nigeria’s 2023 elections, deepfakes and coordinated disinformation campaigns flooded social media, fuelling polarisation and public scepticism about democratic institutions. This is not a uniquely Nigerian problem, but part of a global trend. A 2024 report from the Institute for Security + Technology warned that AI-powered disinformation campaigns are now a norm, with direct consequences for electoral integrity and citizen participation.

What Nigeria experienced in 2023 is not an isolated episode. It is a preview of the aggressive information warfare already unfolding in its neighbourhood. In the Sahel, Technology is accelerating authoritarian consolidation. In Burkina Faso, for example, deepfake videos have transformed Captain Ibrahim Traoré into a mythic figure, depicted as Africa’s messiah in digital campaigns featuring AI-generated music, starlike endorsements, and grandiose claims about infrastructure and social programs. In one wave of AI-generated content, a synthetic announcement by American Pan-Africans purportedly supporting the junta surfaced days after France withdrew its troops. In Mali, manipulated content on social media frames France and the UN as complicit in prolonging insecurity and exploiting the region’s resources, while in Niger, AI-generated videos amplify pro-junta messaging and discredit calls for a return to civilian rule. These campaigns are often linked to Russian-influenced information networks, illustrating how generative AI is now a tool in the geopolitical competition over Africa’s political future, shaping public support for undemocratic regimes and destabilising regional governance. If Nigeria fails to respond decisively, the same forces could undermine its institutions, deepen polarisation, and destabilise West Africa’s largest democracy.

Meanwhile, surveys confirm the danger is real as faith in democracy is declining across Africa. Afrobarometer reports that while roughly two-thirds of Africans still prefer democratic rule, support has fallen by seven percentage points in the last decade due to military coups and corruption. In 2025, the Mo Ibrahim Index noted that 78 per cent of Africans live in countries where governance and democratic participation have worsened, often due to repression of civic and media freedoms. This context makes AI-fuelled disinformation a force multiplier for democratic decay because it accelerates the spread of false narratives, erodes trust in legitimate institutions, and overwhelms citizens’ ability to discern truth from fabrication. By amplifying conspiracy theories, delegitimising elections, and glorifying authoritarian figures, AI-driven campaigns deepen cynicism and normalise undemocratic alternatives. For Nigeria, this is a national security challenge, not just a technological one.

The dual-use nature of AI – capable of tampering with democracies yet also empowering authoritarian actors – underscores the urgency of crafting global governance frameworks. The responsibility is twofold for Nigeria: to safeguard its democracy at home and to champion norms abroad that ensure technology does not undermine Africa’s democratic future. In that regard, democracy in the age of AI requires more than defensive measures. It demands proactive investment in digital literacy, robust regulatory frameworks, and international cooperation. Here, Nigeria can lead by example. With more than 220 million citizens, half of them under the age of 19, Nigeria represents both the vulnerability and potential of the digital era. A youthful population that is globally connected but unevenly protected from digital manipulation is at once a risk factor and a resource for resilience.

This makes Nigeria the best-placed country to set the tone for an African-led response and the country has already begun to act in tangible ways. The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has launched the development of a National AI Policy Framework to regulate the ethical use of emerging technologies in governance and electoral processes. Just recently, on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York, Nigeria unveiled N-ATLAS, a pioneering AI language model trained in Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo, and Nigerian-accented English – a bold signal that the country is staking its claim in shaping global AI technology in ways that reflect African voices and realities. Fact-checking civil society organisations such as Dubawa have deployed AI-powered tools to detect and debunk disinformation in real time, especially during election cycles. These domestic initiatives are reinforced by Nigeria’s multilateral engagement. The government is aligned with UNESCO to train its civil service on AI and digital governance, embedding global best practices into public institutions. Diplomatically, Nigeria has used its influence in ECOWAS and at the African Union to press for stronger regional standards on electoral integrity and emphasise African agency in multilateral forums. Taken together, these actions show that Nigeria is actively building the frameworks, tools, and alliances needed to protect democracy and set a model for the continent.

This is where Nigeria’s soft power can be most effective. Nollywood and Afrobeats are reshaping global perceptions of African creativity; extending this influence to digital democracy is a natural progression. Nigeria can spearhead a continental coalition on AI ethics, champion digital literacy campaigns targeting its massive youth population, and continue to press for African inclusion in global AI governance forums. Such initiatives would not only protect Nigeria’s democracy but also give Africa a voice in shaping the rules of a technology that will define the future of governance worldwide.

Leadership also means leading by example. Nigeria’s own electoral reforms, including the digitisation of voter registration and the expansion of civic education, must be accelerated to show that technology can strengthen democracy. Regulation should focus not only on punitive measures but also on supporting innovation that defends civic space, protects human rights, and enhances transparency. Such leadership would reinforce Nigeria’s credibility as a defender of democratic norms in a period where coups and authoritarian backsliding have threatened regional stability.

The age of AI will test democracies everywhere, but it also offers an opportunity to reimagine global cooperation. Nigeria has the size, the voice, and now the tools to lead Africa’s response. The choice is stark: allow external actors to script the future of its democracy or shape the rules of engagement for a digital century. Acting decisively now would turn Nigeria’s domestic vulnerabilities into diplomatic capital. That is the essence of soft power: projecting influence through culture or diplomacy, while embodying solutions that others seek to emulate.

The world is entering uncharted territory where the boundaries between truth and falsehood can be engineered with a few lines of code. Nigeria cannot afford to be a passive recipient of these forces. Our responsibility, and indeed our opportunity, is to help shape how democracy survives, adapts and thrives in this new era.

The Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation (OSGOF) and the Nigeria Integrated Water Resources Management Commission (NIWRMC) have formed a new partnership to revive the long-delayed National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI).

The agreement was reached in Abuja during a meeting between the Surveyor General of the Federation, Surv. Abdulganiyu Adebomehin Adeyemi, and the Executive Director of NIWRMC, Engr. Abdulmumin Mohammed Zaria.

Adebomehin revealed that the OSGOF has the wealth of data and technical expertise that have not been fully used for national planning.

According to him: ‘We have hydrographic data, advanced mapping equipment and a network of Continuously Operating Reference (COR) stations across the country. This data can help predict risks and guide planning, but it needs to be integrated and shared.’

He noted that Nigeria must invest more in manpower, modern software and cloud-based storage.

‘Some data can no longer be handled by ordinary computers; they need secure cloud facilities,’ he said.

The Surveyor General stressed that reviving NGDI was critical. He revealed that for too long, Nigeria has not optimized its geospatial infrastructure.

‘All Ministries, Departments and Agencies must pool their data so we can use it to solve national problems, from flood control to mapping hospitals and schools,’ he added.

Zaria said his agency regards OSGOF as a key partner in improving water governance.

According to him, ‘water is a finite resource, and poor data sharing has made it harder to manage. OSGOF has the expertise and records that we need to regulate water use, especially in trans-boundary areas.’

He added that the new partnership would help map water infrastructure, develop geo-forensic tools for compliance, and adopt digital-twin mapping for future water planning.

Zaria said the collaboration also fits into President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, noting that the President wants agencies to stop working in silos and start cooperating.

Both agencies agreed to set up a joint technical working group and sign a formal memorandum of understanding to drive the partnership.

Officials at the meeting said pilot projects will start in selected river basins to demonstrate how shared data can improve water allocation, reduce disputes and strengthen disaster preparedness.

The medical panel set up by the President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) to assess the health status of the detained leader of the proscribed separatist group, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu is yet to conclude its assignment.

Justice James Omotosho had, in a ruling on September 26, ordered the NMA President to among others, empanel a team of medical experts to examine Kanu and ascertain whether or not he is still fit to undergo his ongoing terrorism trial.

At the mention of the case on Wednesday, the lawyer for the prosecution, Suraj Sa’ada (SAN), told the court that he was informed that the medical panel was yet to conclude its assignment.

Sa’ada said the panel plans to do a thorough job and should be given adequate time.

He suggested that the panel be given another one week to enable it conclude its task.

Defence lawyer, Onyechi Ikpeazu (SAN) did not object to the one week adjournment sought by the lawyer to the prosecution, following which Justice Omotosho adjourned till October 16.

Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, will lead other high-level players in the oil and gas sector to the first-ever downstream week organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Downstream.

The event scheduled to begin on October 13 will have the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Farouk Ahmed; President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote; the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe; and the leadership of PENGASSAN and NUPENG in attendance.

Also, attending the event are the leadership of Refinery Owners Association, Petron, and Major Marketers and petroleum distributors.

Chairman of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources, Downstream, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, said the two Ministers of state, Petroleum Ministers, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, and Lagos state Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will also be in attendance.

He said the guests will gather to deliberate on the future of the downstream petroleum sector with key stakeholders and leaders of the regulatory bodies.

He described the event as ‘Nigeria’s most influential petroleum industry stakeholders gathering where lawmakers, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies will engage in high-level policy and market dialogue, gain regulatory clarity, and explore investment and security opportunities shaping the future of our downstream sector.

‘It is a celebration of excellence in Nigeria’s petroleum downstream sector during which we will celebrate the successes recorded so far, identify the challenges, and work out sustainable solutions to factors affecting stability and expansion in the downstream sector.

‘In partnership with leading industry players, this summit fosters collaboration and innovation for sector growth. Be part of the conversations that shape the future.’