PTI, Warri, Nigeria Hosts 4th Biennial Conference On Africa’s Hydrocarbon Future

The Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun, Delta State, hosts its 4th Biennial International Conference on Hydrocarbon Science and Technology (ICHST) from Wednesday, 22nd to Thursday, 23rd October 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria.

In a press conference ahead of the 4th Biennial International Conference held in Abuja, the Chief Executive of the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Dr Samuel Onoji, said the essence of the conference is to pull together scientists, subject matter experts, researchers, government agencies, academia, the student community and top players in the oil, gas and energy industry to examine topical issues with a view to presenting cutting-edge research, sharing field experiences and discussing policies that will shape the future of hydrocarbon in a fast-changing world.

He disclosed that the conference will feature keynote addresses from the Ministers of State for Oil, Mr Heineken Lokpobiri, and Gas, Mr Ekperikpe Ekpo, Chief Executive Officers from sister agencies, panel sessions, exhibitions from partners and sponsors, as well as technical paper presentations that cover different areas of the hydrocarbon value chain.

Dr Onoji said the theme of this year’s conference, “Transforming Africa’s Hydrocarbon Sector: Balancing Growth, Environment, and Governance,” was carefully chosen to reflect the need for a balanced approach to industrial growth, environmental sustainability, and good governance in the hydrocarbon sector.

Accordng to him, “This conference intends to focus on developing local content capacity in oil technology to ensure Africa’s participation in the global hydrocarbon economy.” He added that the theme of this year’s conference is apt, as it aims to provide a holistic future of the oil and gas industry with a view to guiding critical stakeholders towards embracing opportunities, addressing challenges and fostering sustainable development in the ever-dynamic industry.