NIES 2025 International Session to Unlock Africa’s Energy Future through FDI
The Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) 2025 will host a groundbreaking session titled “Driving Cross-Continental Investments: Scaling Africa’s Energy Frontier.” This International Panel, set to take place from February 24th to 27th, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria, aims to highlight the transformative role of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in advancing Africa’s oil, gas, and power sectors.
Key Objectives:
- Scaling Investments: Strategies to attract and maximize international capital in Africa’s energy landscape.
- Overcoming Barriers: Addressing infrastructure challenges and fostering innovative solutions.
- Sustainability Focus: Prioritizing sustainable energy practices and Africa’s position in the global energy transition.
Confirmed Panelists:
- Ms. Angela Wilkinson – Secretary General/CEO, World Energy Council (WEC)
- HE Haitham Al Ghais – Secretary General, OPEC
- Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim – Secretary General, African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO)
- HE Eng. Mohamed Hamel – Secretary General, Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF)
- Prof. Benedict O. Oramah – President, African Export-Import Bank
- Dr. Philip Mshelbila – Managing Director, Nigeria LNG Limited
- Ambassador Pieter Leenknegt – Embassy of Belgium in Nigeria
Host:
The session will be hosted by Mrs. Olu Arowolo Verheijen, Special Adviser to the President on Energy, offering opportunities to engage with global investors, policymakers, and leading energy executives.
Event Highlights:
- Exploring Africa’s energy potential and its role in the global energy transition.
- Driving high-level conversations around innovation, energy security, and cross-continental collaboration.
- Positioning Africa as a global energy leader.
NIES 2025 Theme:
“Bridging Continents: Connecting Investors Worldwide with Africa’s Energy Potential” underscores the summit’s mission to attract international capital and showcase Africa’s energy resources.
The summit, produced by Brevity Anderson, solidifies its reputation as Africa’s premier energy platform, enabling the continent to unlock transformative growth and innovation across its energy sectors.
Quote from the Organizers:
“Africa stands at the cusp of an energy revolution. By bringing together global investors and Africa’s brightest energy minds, we aim to unlock the continent’s vast potential and drive transformative growth in oil, gas, and power through Foreign Direct Investment,” said James Shindi, CEO of Brevity Anderson.
Source: NIES
