Top 50 Women in the Oil and Gas Sector in Nigeria

Introduction

Nigeria’s oil and gas industry has long been a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, and today, women are increasingly at the helm of its transformation. The Top 50 Women in the Oil and Gas Industry in Nigeria event honours the pioneers, executives, engineers, and entrepreneurs who are driving innovation, shaping policy, and championing sustainability in a traditionally male-dominated field.

Under the theme “Fuelling the Future: Women Powering Nigeria’s Energy Evolution”, this event will spotlight the achievements of women who are not only breaking barriers but also redefining what leadership looks like in energy. Through thought-provoking panels and strategic networking, attendees will explore the future of energy through the lens of female excellence and collaboration.

Why Attend?

• Celebrate the achievements of 50 trailblazing women in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry
• Engage in high-level dialogue on gender equity, energy transition, and innovation
• Network with CEOs, policymakers, investors, and global energy leaders
• Discover new opportunities for mentorship, investment, and collaboration

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS & AGENDA

 Summit Highlights: Top 50 Women in Oil & Gas Nigeria

 Summit Theme

"Fueling the Future: Women Driving Innovation and Sustainability in Nigeria’s Energy Sector"

This theme underscores the pivotal role women play in shaping the future of energy through leadership, innovation, and sustainable practices.

 Recognition Ceremony

• Top 50 Honourees: Celebrating trailblazing women across upstream, midstream, downstream, policy, and academia.
• Legacy Awards: Honouring pioneers who paved the way for gender inclusion in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.
• Rising Star Spotlights: Recognizing emerging female leaders under 35 making waves in the sector.

 Panel Discussions

1. "Breaking Barriers: Leadership, Equity & the Future of Energy"

• Focus: Strategies for increasing female representation in executive roles and boardrooms.
• Topics:

• Navigating male-dominated environments
• Gender equity in energy policy
• Mentorship and sponsorship for career growth

2. "Innovation & Sustainability: Women at the Forefront of Energy Transition"

• Focus: The role of women in driving Nigeria’s shift toward cleaner, more sustainable energy.
• Topics:

• Women-led innovations in renewables and gas
• ESG leadership and sustainable operations
• Bridging the skills gap in the energy transition

 Networking & Mentorship Lounge

• Curated meetups between honorees, young professionals, and industry executives.
• Speed mentoring sessions and career clinics.

 Knowledge Exchange Sessions

• Fireside chats with CEOs and policymakers
• Technical masterclasses on digital transformation, ESG compliance, and energy financing

 Documentary Premiere

• Screening of “She Powers Nigeria” — a short film profiling the journeys of select honourees.

 Summit Takeaways

• Commemorative publication featuring honouree profiles and thought leadership essays
• Access to the Women in Energy Nigeria digital community platform
• Post-summit mentorship program enrolment

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Keynote Addresses

• “Women at the Helm: Shaping Nigeria’s Energy Future”
• “From Rig to Boardroom: Breaking Barriers in Oil & Gas”