Meet The Experts Shaping West Africa’s LPG Landscape At The 6th West Africa LPG Expo – Nigeria 2025

By Oluwabukola Jimoh ــ Last Update 14 February 2025

The Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) industry in West Africa is on the rise, with leading professionals and key stakeholders coming together to drive innovation, policy development, and market expansion. The 6th West Africa LPG Expo – Nigeria 2025 is set to be a landmark event, bringing together experts, investors, and regulators to discuss the future of the industry.

One of the key highlights of the expo is the presence of influential leaders and partners from various sectors of the LPG value chain. These industry pioneers are committed to advancing cleaner energy solutions across West Africa.

Key Experts and Industry Leaders at the LPG Expo

The LPG Expo features a distinguished lineup of experts and partners who are actively shaping the industry. Some of the notable professionals participating in the event include:

Industry Associations and Regulatory Bodies

1. Michael Kelly – Chief Advocacy Officer and Deputy Managing Director, World Liquefied Gas Association

2. Ladi Falola – Deputy President, Nigeria Liquefied Gas Association (NLGCA)

3. Akachukwu Nwokedi – Nigerian Gas Association

4. Norbert Shialsuk – Managing Partner/CEO, ECP Advisory

5. Dr. Patrick Ofori – Chief Executive Officer, Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD), Ghana

6. Cheikh Tidiane Gueye – Senior Hydrocarbon Specialist, Ministry of Petroleum and Energy (MPR), Senegal

7. Dr. Riverson Oppong – Chief Executive Officer, Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC)

LPG Business Leaders and Investors

8. Darsh Agarwal – Bharat Tanks and Vessels LLP

9. Gabriel Kumi – LP Gas Marketers Association of Ghana (LPGMC)

10. Anhad Narula – Africa Plus Partners Ltd

11. Gabriel Ilenreh – PNG Gas Limited

12. Lagos Chambers of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)

Legal and Policy Experts

13. Prof. Joseph Chukwurah Ezikego – Managing Director, Falcon Corporation

14. Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN – Senior Partner, Olisa Agbakoba Legal

Women in LPG Leadership

15. Olawunmi Olatunji – Brookview Investments Ltd & Strategy Partner, Doowe Gas

16. Engr. Betty Ugona – Chief Executive Officer, ScaleVision Services Limited

The partners and experts attending this expo are not just speakers or panelists; they represent the key drivers of change in West Africa’s LPG industry. Their involvement will help:

ü Shape policies for the adoption and expansion of LPG in Nigeria and the broader region.

ü Promote investments and partnerships within the industry.

ü Encourage technology innovation in LPG infrastructure, storage, and distribution.

ü Enhance safety regulations and ensure a secure and sustainable LPG market.

With Nigeria aiming to deepen LPG penetration and increase annual consumption to five million metric tonnes by 2030, the role of these industry leaders is crucial. The discussions and partnerships forged at the West Africa LPG Expo – Nigeria 2025 will play a key role in achieving this goal.

The event will serve as a platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and business expansion, ensuring that the region continues on the path toward a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.

Stay tuned for more updates on the 6th West Africa LPG Expo – Nigeria 2025 as we witness groundbreaking developments in the LPG industry!

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Oluwabukola Jimoh

Oluwabukola Jimoh is a dynamic academic writer and captivating energy blogger. She is able to delve into intricate subjects with an insatiable thirst for knowledge, crafting thought-provoking essays that engage and enlighten her readers.