Effiong Okon, chief executive officer, Seplat Energy Plc, has called for more collaboration, increased investment and faster gas development to help Nigeria emerge as a reliable global energy supplier amid shifting geopolitical and energy market dynamics.
Mr Okon made the call while delivering the keynote address at the 49th Nigerian Annual International Conference and Exhibition (NAICE 2026) of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Nigeria Council on Monday in Lagos.
He said Nigeria should leverage global energy supply uncertainties by improving production reliability, expanding gas infrastructure and strengthening investor confidence.
Speaking on the conference theme, “Thriving in the Evolving Global Energy Landscape: Collaborative Growth and Resilience”, Mr Okon said energy remained the foundation of economic prosperity.
He added that sustainable development depends on reliable and affordable energy.
