The Nigerian Association of Energy Correspondents (NAEC) has announced October 9, 2025, as the date for its yearly energy conference, with the theme: “Nigeria’s Energy Future: Exploring Opportunities, Addressing Risks for Sustainable Growth”.

The event, which is expected to attract top government functionaries, international organisations, and private sector leaders, will be held at Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos.

In a statement issued yesterday, NAEC Chairman, Mr Ugo Amadi, said the 2025 edition of the conference promises to be robust and insightful, especially as it coincides with growing developments in Nigeria’s energy sector amid the global shift towards energy transition.

According to him, confirmed keynote speakers include the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo; Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri; Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu; and the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso.

Amadi added that industry stakeholders expected at the event include representatives from the International Energy Agency (IEA), the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), chief executive officers of international oil companies (IOCs), independent operators and executives from national oil companies, among others.

He noted that the conference will culminate in the release of a comprehensive report detailing Nigeria’s energy investment outlook. The report will also include policy recommendations for regulatory reforms, the creation of a stakeholder engagement framework, and the identification of critical investment opportunities.

Chairman of the 2025 Conference Planning Committee, Dr Adeola Yusuf, said the event is designed to convene policymakers, investors, regulators, and industry experts to deliberate on the opportunities and challenges within Nigeria’s energy ecosystem.

According to him, the forum will focus on unlocking investments, promoting sustainable growth, and accelerating innovation in the sector.