The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has announced the fourth edition of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Opportunity Fair (NOGOF) 2023, which will be held on May 18th and 19th in Bayelsa State.
The theme for NOGOF 2023 is “The Oil and Gas Industry – Catalyst and Fuel for the Industrialization of Nigeria.”
Speaking at a press briefing, the Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Engineer Simbi Kesiye Wabote, explained that the event is a biennial one aimed at promoting local capacities and capabilities in the Nigerian oil and gas industry.
“The Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development Act 2010 mandates the NCDMB to support the development of local capacities and capabilities in the Nigerian oil and gas industry, foster institutional collaboration, maximize participation of Nigerians in oil and gas activities, link the oil and gas sector to other sectors of the economy, maximize utilization of Nigerian resources, among other objectives,” he said.
“Our goal is to showcase the various opportunities available in the oil and gas industry and foster partnerships that will drive growth and development in the sector,” Engineer Wabote added.
“We recognize that the oil and gas industry has the potential to catalyze industrialization and promote economic growth, not just in Nigeria, but across the continent.”
The event will focus on the critical role of the oil and gas industry in driving industrialization and the overall development of Nigeria’s economy, as well as showcasing opportunities available in the industry and fostering partnerships that will drive growth and development in the sector.
This year’s NOGOF will expand its focus to include linkage industries and extend its reach beyond Nigeria to the entire African continent.
The agenda includes technical and opportunity sessions from various stakeholders, an exhibition that will enable networking opportunities for delegates, and the NOGOF Award Ceremony in recognition of distinguished industry players by the NCDMB.
One of the key objectives of NOGOF 2023 is to deepen local content by leveraging identified opportunities and identifying solid ways to move the industry forward.
The event will provide an opportunity for investors, operators, government officials, and major players across various sectors to engage in quality discussions.
To achieve its objectives, the NCDMB has prepared a Compendium of Nigerian Content Opportunities in the Oil and Gas Industry 2023, which will be made available to all delegates at the event.
“Our goal is to provide a valuable resource that will guide the investment strategies of interested parties in the Nigerian oil and gas industry,” Engineer Wabote said.
The NCDMB invites interested stakeholders to visit the dedicated NOGOF 2023 website at www.ncdmbnogof.org for information on how to get involved in any capacity.
