Seplat Energy Plc has called for a comprehensive, inclusive, and secure energy system to meet Nigeria’s future energy demands and unlock long-term economic growth.

The company’s Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Samson Ezugworie, made this call at the 2025 Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition (NAICE), held in Lagos.

“Energy Must Be Sustainable, Secure and Shared by All”

Ezugworie, who represented CEO Mr. Roger Brown, addressed participants on the theme: “Building a Sustainable Energy Future: Leveraging Technology, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and Policy.”

“This transition is not just a climate necessity,” he said. “For Nigeria, it is an economic imperative. We must provide sustainable, secure, and inclusive energy to reshape our future.”

He noted that millions of Nigerians still lack access to reliable electricity and rely on harmful fuels for daily needs despite the country’s vast natural resources and talent pool.

Technology, Supply Chains and Policy Must Align

Ezugworie emphasised that Nigeria must adopt a system-wide approach to energy transformation.

“Technology gives us tools off-grid solar, smart grids, clean cooking, digital monitoring — but they must be scalable, accessible, and adapted to local realities,” he explained.

On supply chains, he said, “From pipelines to solar panels, and the logistics in between, we must build resilient, transparent networks that serve all corners of the country.”

People Are Nigeria’s Greatest Energy Asset

The COO identified people as the nation’s core energy advantage. “If we fail to train, empower and include our engineers, entrepreneurs, and local communities, we will miss our targets,” he said.

He also highlighted the need for bold and consistent policy frameworks that attract investment, reward innovation, and centre people in the energy ecosystem.

Progress Made, But Inclusion Lags

Ezugworie acknowledged that progress is underway. “Technologies are being deployed, communities electrified, new industries emerging but too many are still left behind,” he said.

He called on public and private actors to align efforts across disciplines and regions, asking, “How do we ensure Nigeria’s energy transition is not just green, but just? How do we make energy access affordable, reliable, and inclusive?”

SPE NAICE 2025 Highlights

The 2025 edition of SPE NAICE featured over 80 exhibitors, high-level leadership panels, and multiple technical tracks focused on gas monetisation, infrastructure optimisation, pipeline reliability, and digital innovation.

Key national topics included asset divestment, local content, and environmental responsibility aligning with Nigeria’s broader development goals.