Kenyon boosts youth skills in energy sector

Kenyon International West Africa Company Limited, an oil and gas servicing firm, has reinforced its commitment to nurturing Africa’s next generation of energy professionals through its active participation in the Society of Petroleum Engineers Africa Annual Student Congress 2025.

The event, which was held recently at the Dangote Business School, Bayero University, Kano, brought together top students from across the continent to discuss the future of energy and the skills needed to drive the industry forward.

In its drive to impart skills to young professionals, Kenyon International said in a statement yesterday that it sponsored exceptional students from Ghana, Tanzania, and Uganda, providing them access to high-quality learning and networking opportunities as part of its corporate social responsibility and talent development initiatives.

“Notably, one of the sponsored students from Uganda excelled in the PetroBowl competition, earning a spot to represent Africa at the prestigious Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition (ATCE) in Houston, Texas,” the statement disclosed.

The Chief Executive Officer of Kenyon International, Victor Ekpenyong, emphasised the company’s dedication to youth empowerment and sustainable industry growth.

He said, “A brighter energy future is emerging, and we are dedicated to shaping it by driving change and ensuring energy is rightly valued and better utilised in Africa.

“At Kenyon, our investments extend beyond infrastructure; we invest in people, nurturing the minds and futures of Africa’s young professionals. We firmly believe that the growth and success of these young Africans will propel the continent’s energy industry forward.

“Through initiatives like our African Regional Student Scholarship, we remain determined to develop talent across the continent and contribute to quality education, ultimately shaping a more sustainable and prosperous energy sector.”

He added that Kenyon International has consistently championed transformative change in the energy sector through its technical expertise and impactful CSR programmes.

According to him, the company’s African Regional Student Scholarship recognises outstanding SPE Africa students for their academic excellence, leadership potential, and commitment to the oil and gas industry.

Kenyon International West Africa specialises in wellhead and Xmas tree solutions, well-completion services, and other oilfield interventions.