NLNG has restated its commitment to building stronger partnerships that empower indigenous capacity, enterprises and host communities across Nigeria’s energy value chain, reinforcing its drive to deepen Nigerian Content beyond statutory compliance. The pledge was the major highlight of the 2025 Nigerian Content Stakeholders Retreat and Appreciation Night held in Finima, Bonny Island, an annual forum that brought together industry leaders, regulators and advocates of local content to review progress and celebrate excellence in Nigeria’s evolving energy landscape.
During the Appreciation Night, the Deputy Managing Director of NLNG said the company’s local content vision is rooted in leadership, long-term impact and the creation of a legacy that strengthens Nigeria’s competitiveness. He noted that NLNG is not only meeting regulatory requirements but also setting new standards for value creation by investing intentionally in the development of indigenous capacity, technology and enterprise. According to him, increased Nigerian participation across the gas and energy sector is central to driving innovation, improving competitiveness and building sustainable national prosperity.
The forum underscored the importance of collaboration among operators, regulators and service providers in ensuring that Nigerian Content evolves beyond routine compliance into a growth engine that supports domestic industries, MSMEs and community-based enterprises. Participants agreed that sustained commitment from major energy players will continue to open opportunities for local fabrication, engineering services, digital solutions and other areas where Nigerian firms can scale their capabilities.
In a related development, Bellazir Limited, in partnership with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, trained fifty young Nigerians in workplace hazard prevention and operational safety, with a strong focus on the oil and gas sector. Speaking at the end of the programme, the Chief Executive Officer of Bellazir Limited said the initiative was driven by the shared commitment of both organisations to develop human capital and strengthen local content across critical industries. She noted that capacity building remains a key pillar for empowering youth to participate meaningfully in Nigeria’s industrial growth.
The Executive Secretary of the NCDMB, who was represented at the session, described the training as a direct contribution to the Renewed Hope Agenda of the current administration. He said that equipping young Nigerians with essential safety and operational skills is vital to preparing a new generation of professionals who can support the country’s energy ambitions and deepen indigenous participation in high-value sectors.
