President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria is ready to work with African nations, international partners, and the private sector to provide cleaner, affordable, and inclusive energy.

Speaking at the 9th Nigeria International Energy Summit in Abuja, Tinubu said energy is essential for economic stability, societal development, and international cooperation. The summit brought together global energy leaders, government officials, and executives from major energy firms.

Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the President highlighted Nigeria’s plan to use its gas reserves as a transition fuel while boosting renewable energy capacity.

He said energy should not only power homes and industries but also drive innovation and foster trust between government, investors, and citizens.
Tinubu noted that when his administration took over in 2023, Nigeria’s energy sector faced underinvestment and inefficiencies.

Since then, efforts to reform the sector have led to a historic rise in oil and gas activities, with rig counts increasing from eight in 2021 to 69 in 2025, and over $8 billion in final investment decisions, including major offshore gas projects. Measures to curb crude oil theft have also improved production stability.

Regional leaders at the summit stressed cooperation as key to energy security. Gambian President Adama Barrow said Nigeria’s policies affect the wider region, while Equatorial Guinea’s President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo urged Africa to focus on processing resources locally rather than only exporting raw materials.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio added that energy should drive inclusive and sustainable growth, and the National Assembly is ready to provide legislative support to strengthen reforms.