The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing local content development in Nigeria’s energy sector, aiming to foster sustainable growth and innovation within the industry.
This commitment was expressed by the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Mele Kyari, during the 13th Practical Nigerian Content (PNC) Forum held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
Kyari, represented by Udobong Ntia, Executive Vice President of Upstream, emphasised that the forum offers stakeholders a platform to reflect on progress, share best practices, and identify strategic growth opportunities.
He noted that the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development Act of 2010 had transformed local businesses, enabling them to compete globally.
“Local content empowers domestic companies and fosters innovation,” Kyari said.
“It is essential to ensure a robust oil and gas sector that can meet both local and global demands.”
Kyari also highlighted the importance of nurturing local capabilities, embracing advanced technologies, and building partnerships for a sustainable energy future in Nigeria.
He underscored NNPCL’s ongoing efforts to align with the 2024 Presidential Directive on Local Content Compliance Requirements, which reaffirms the government’s focus on local content as a key national strategy.
This year’s PNC Forum, themed “Defining the Next Frontier for Nigerian Content Implementation,” aims to push forward local content initiatives across the energy sector.
Kyari referenced several initiatives by NNPCL, including restructuring NNPC Exploration and Production Ltd and transforming NNPC Engineering and Technical Company Ltd into a full-scale engineering company, as key steps in strengthening local capacity.
Kyari concluded his address by encouraging participants to actively engage in discussions and form partnerships that will accelerate Nigeria’s journey toward energy sufficiency.
“Together, we can cultivate a vibrant local content ecosystem that benefits all Nigerians,” he stated.
