Industry Exclusive – AOW, NAPE & EAGE FORGE LANDMARK PARTNERSHIP TO SHOWCASE NIGERIA’S UPSTREAM POTENTIAL AT AOW 2025

AOW, NAPE & EAGE FORGE LANDMARK PARTNERSHIP TO SHOWCASE NIGERIA’S UPSTREAM POTENTIAL AT AOW 2025

Africa Oil Week (AOW) is thrilled to announce a game-changing collaboration with the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) and the European Association of Geoscientists & Engineers (EAGE) to develop an unparalleled program spotlighting Nigeria’s thriving upstream sector at AOW 2025 in Accra, Ghana.

This strategic alliance marks a new era for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, reinforcing the incredible progress made by NNPC and NUPRC in driving investment, competitiveness, and operational efficiency. With the Nigerian upstream witnessing renewed momentum, the anticipation surrounding the country’s growing presence at AOW 2025 is at an all-time high.

AOW 2025: The Biggest on Record

With a wave of major operators already confirming their participation, AOW 2025 is set to be the most significant edition yet. International investors and energy stakeholders are flocking to Accra to explore opportunities across the Transform Margin, fuelled by Côte d’Ivoire’s massive discoveries and Ghana’s new government reinvigorating its commitment to fostering a competitive regulatory environment. The spotlight will be on the transform margin from a West Africa perspective as the industry attends to look at new licence opportunities in Nigeria`s marginal fields, Ghana’s prolific Tano, Keta, and Voltaian Basins and the true potential of the San Pedro basin further west. The fact we now have governemnts across West Africa to show a broader view of the transform margin and its conjugates only explains why uptake to join AOW:Energy 2025 is so strong and further amplifying the excitement surrounding this landmark event.

In a statement from NAPE President Mr. JohnBosco Uche, President of NAPE, it was cleasr this event is being highly followed by the Nigerian upstream community, “NAPE has always regarded AOW as the most important upstream event for Africa. Now, with AOW being hosted in Accra, a short 1 hour and 30 minutes flight from Nigeria, we are witnessing an unprecedented level of interest from Nigerian stakeholders. This year’s event will be a defining moment for the Nigeria industry and we can see huge interest from the NAPE community to attend to foster new partnership and investment.”

The showcase will present Nigeria’s public and private sector outlook, highlighting the geology behind some of Nigerias major M&A opportunities. As Africa takes charge of its energy destiny and pushes for upstream growth, AOW and NAPE continues to be the preeminent platform where deals are forged and industry players shape the future.

Paul Sinclair, Vice President of Energy for AOW, underscored the significance of this new alliance, “This partnership marks a milestone for the region as AOW refocuses on the exploration and production phase of the oil and gas sector. With Nigeria and Ghana ramping up production, the need for capital investment and deal-making is more crucial than ever. AOW is working tirelessly with operators and financiers to ensure the 2025 edition generates tangible outcomes and delivers new deals that will shape the industry’s future. As an all African partnership between NAPE and AOW, we want to ensure we drive our hydrocarbon sector and ensure Africa and our continent benefits from it vast natural resource potential”

A Showcase of Nigeria’s Geological Excellence

As one of Africa’s largest communities of upstream professionals, NAPE is at the forefront of exploration, screening new ventures and uncovering world-class geological plays. JohnBosco Uche added, “Beyond boosting production, we are unveiling new geological frontiers that will reshape international perspectives on the Transform Margin. At AOW 2025, we will showcase some of Nigeria’s most exciting geological discoveries and exploration opportunities.”

Cutting-edge sessions will address key industry themes, including:

The impact of the Executive Order on the Upstream Sector and its role in increasing Nigeria’s competitiveness.

Infrastructure-Led Exploration (ILX) and development projects.

Deepwater exploration targets and new frontier basins.

With the highest level of support from the Government of Ghana and the commitment of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO), AOW 2025 is primed to be the epicenter of African energy negotiations.

Ghana Welcomes Africa’s Energy Leaders

Mr. Edward Bawa, the newly appointed CEO of Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), emphasized Ghana’s commitment to hosting an elite gathering of African energy leaders, “GNPC is fully committed to welcoming all National Oil Company (NOC) CEOs for the 7th APPO NOC CEO Meeting. AOW 2025 will serve as the ultimate platform for deal-making between the global private sector, Pan-African regulators, and NOCs. Hosting this esteemed leadership in Ghana is an honor, and we anticipate a full house of policymakers and executives presenting licensing rounds and open acreage opportunities.”

Adding to the excitement, GNPC will celebrate its 40th anniversary at AOW 2025, coinciding with the 7th APPO NOC CEO Forum, making Accra the central hub for African energy diplomacy and investment.

AOW 2025 will be held on 15th September 2025 in Accra, Ghana. As Nigerian and international industry leaders descend upon Ghana for the most significant AOW to date, this year’s event promises to be a transformational moment for African upstream.

For more information on AOW: Energy 2025, visit www.aowenergy.com

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To learn more about NAPE, visit www.members.nape.org.ng

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