By Eunice Nnachi, Yenagoa
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has announced that renowned oil and gas industry leader, Tony Attah, will speak at the next edition of its Nigerian Content Academy Lecture Series.
According to a statement issued by the Board, the virtual lecture is scheduled to hold on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., and will focus on the theme: “Finding Funds for Effective & Efficient Local Content Initiatives – IPPG Perspective.”
Attah, who currently serves as Managing Director of Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, is expected to bring deep industry knowledge and strategic insight to the discourse. He previously held top leadership roles as Managing Director of Nigeria LNG Limited and Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company, where he played key roles in advancing major oil and gas projects.
The lecture forms part of the Academy’s ongoing efforts to stimulate dialogue, enhance capacity building, and promote innovation within Nigeria’s local content ecosystem. It is designed to engage a wide range of stakeholders, including professionals in oil and gas, energy, and manufacturing sectors, as well as policymakers, financial experts, entrepreneurs, academics, and students interested in local content development.
Participants will join the session via a virtual platform, where Attah is expected to deliver a keynote presentation followed by an interactive question-and-answer session and broader engagement aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Described as a distinguished fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, Attah is widely recognized for his contributions to strengthening indigenous participation in Nigeria’s energy sector. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping sustainable funding models and driving effective execution of local content initiatives.
Among his notable achievements is his role in advancing the Final Investment Decision on the NLNG Train 7 project, a milestone widely regarded as critical to boosting Nigeria’s gas production capacity and economic growth. In recognition of his impact, he was honoured with the Local Content Icon of the Year award at the 2025 Champions of Nigerian Content Awards.
Organisers say the upcoming lecture will provide practical insights into sourcing and managing funding for local content initiatives, while also highlighting key challenges and opportunities within Nigeria’s evolving content landscape. It is also expected to encourage strategic thinking, innovation, and stronger collaboration among industry players, financiers, and policymakers.
The Nigerian Content Academy Lecture Series has hosted several prominent industry leaders in the past, including former NCDMB Executive Secretary, Ernest Nwapa, and energy executive Austin Avuru, among others.
Through the lecture series, the NCDMB aims to deepen indigenous participation, bridge knowledge gaps in project execution and financing, and support sustainable economic development in Nigeria.
The Board reaffirmed its commitment to creating platforms that drive meaningful conversations and deliver actionable outcomes for national growth.
