WATCH THE VIDEO HERE The African Petroleum Regulatory Forum (AFRIPERF) held its second virtual meeting, chaired by Engineer Gbenga Komolafe, Chief Executive of Nigeria’s Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). This gathering follows the forum’s inaugural meeting on July 1, 2024, in Abuja. Key discussions centered around enhancing regional petroleum governance through harmonized regulations, improved regulatory capacity, and dialogue with industry stakeholders and international organizations ¹. Engineer Komolafe emphasized the importance of unity among African nations to strengthen the continent’s petroleum industry. The meeting brought together representatives from various African regulators, including Nigeria, Ghana, The Gambia, Mozambique, Tanzania, Uganda, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Senegal, and Angola ¹. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to collaboration and sustainable growth in Africa’s petroleum sector. AFRIPERF aims to address regional challenges, facilitate knowledge sharing, encourage technology transfer, and advocate for member interests on international platforms. The forum’s efforts align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the African Union’s Agenda 2063, which emphasize the need for accelerated progress toward sustainable development ².
African petroleum regulators convene to foster collaboration and sustainable development
