Nigeria To Host First International Hydrogen Conference

The Federal Government of Nigeria through the Ministry of Petroleum Resources in collaboration with the Foundation for Sustainable Social Responsibility in Emerging Africa will host Nigeria’s first International Hydrogen Conference in Abuja.

The Conference is scheduled to take place from Tuesday, November 26th, to Thursday, November 28th, 2024.

The Minister of State Petroleum Resources Gas, Ekperikpe Ekpo the Chief Host of the conference and his counterparts, the Nigerian Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Industry, Trade and Investment are expected to join industry leaders, stakeholders and other policymakers as this conference unlocks the potential of hydrogen to power and build a resilient energy future for Nigeria.

Also, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Amb. Nicholas Agbo Ella, Directors in the Ministry as well as Chief Executive Officers and Directors from the Agencies under the supervision of the Ministry will be in attendance

The landmark event with the theme “Building a Hydrogen Economy for Nigeria,” aims to promote hydrogen as a clean energy source with vast potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy efficiency, create jobs and above all boost economic growth.

The Conference will convene over 1,000 attendees, including exhibitors, and public and private sector investors from Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas that will foster partnerships towards shaping and securing Nigeria’s energy future.

The conference will feature several key highlights, including the presentation of cutting-edge research and innovative technologies.

Attendees will gain expert insights into investment opportunities, while exhibitions will showcase the latest trends and advancements within the industry. Additionally, there will be networking sessions designed to facilitate interactions among decision-makers, industry leaders, and policymakers.

Discussions will focus on key topics including blue and green hydrogen production, Investment opportunities, Supply chain development, Policy frameworks, Technology transfer, Infrastructure development and Unlocking Nigeria’s Hydrogen Potential.