Maiden Bunker NIBIC Conference To Drive Maritime Innovation

The Nigeria International Bunker Conference (NIBIC) has announced its inaugural edition, taking place 7th to 9th April, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria.

Speaking about the forthcoming Conference Coordinator, Abdulkadir Hassan, NIBIC is a call to action for all stakeholders in the bunker industry to come together and shape the future of the critical sector.

According to him, “We believe that Nigeria has the potential to become a leading bunker hub in Africa, and we are committed to making this vision a reality. The conference will bring together local and international stakeholders in the oil and gas and maritime sectors, as well as business leaders and government officials, to discuss the future of the bunker industry in Nigeria and Africa.

“NIBIC aims to position Nigeria as the premier bunker hub in Africa, leveraging the country’s strategic location, vast oil and gas reserves, and upcoming infrastructure developments, including the new Dangote refinery and the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s refineries.”

However, according to the organisers, the conference is the result of a collaborative effort between All Seasons Energy and Marine Enterprises Limited and Pride Creative Enterprise and Multimedia Limited, with the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping (NCS) and the Nigeria Bunker Traders Association (NBTA) as partners, the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) and the Nigeria Shipowners’ Association as supporting partners, and the Nigerian Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy as the principal partner of the conference.

However, on the conference objective, the Chairman of NIBIC, Chief Charles Anyiam-Osigwe, said, “NIBIC is designed to be a catalyst for change, driving the growth and development of Nigeria’s bunker industry. We invite all stakeholders to join us in this exciting journey.”

The three-day conference will commence with the Basic Bunker Trading Course on April 7, 2025, facilitated by the IBIA. The main conference, taking place on April 8–9, 2025, will feature a range of sessions, including keynote addresses, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Topics will include the future of bunkering in Nigeria, regulatory frameworks, infrastructure development, and sustainability in the bunker industry.