NLNG Managing Director, Adeleye Falade (centre), flanked by Deputy Managing Director, Olakunle A. Osobu, and General Manager, External Relations and Sustainable Development, Sophia Horsfall, pose with the Operational Excellence Award plaque presented to NLNG at the 2026 NOG Energy Week Energy Awards.
As a reward for its unwavering commitment to safe, reliable and efficient operations, which continue to set benchmarks across Nigeria’s energy industry, Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG),
was recently honoured with the Energy Awards 2026 Operational Excellence Award at the 25th anniversary edition of NOG Energy Week.
The award recognises organisations that demonstrate outstanding operational performance through process optimisation, enhanced reliability, improved efficiency, cost effectiveness, and sustainable business practices.
In a statement signed by
NLNG’s Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Anne-Marie Palmer-Ikuku, the award was said to be presented during the 2026 NOG Energy Week, held from July 5 to 9, 2026, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja, adding that the recognition came at one of Africa’s premier energy gatherings, which brought together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, investors and technology providers to shape the future of Nigeria’s energy sector.
“NLNG maintained a strong presence throughout the conference and exhibition, participating in strategic discussions and engaging stakeholders on key industry priorities, including gas development, operational excellence, sustainability, innovation and Nigeria’s role in strengthening global energy security. The company’s participation reflected its continued commitment to fostering collaboration and advancing solutions that support a resilient, competitive, and sustainable energy industry,” it stated.
According to the statement, “Energy Awards 2026 Operational Excellence Award underscores NLNG’s sustained focus on operational discipline, world-class asset management and a culture of safety, continuous improvement and value creation.
“It also recognises the dedication and professionalism of the company’s workforce, whose commitment to excellence has enabled NLNG to consistently deliver reliable LNG to global markets while supporting domestic gas utilisation and contributing significantly to Nigeria’s economic development through local content, revenue generation and strategic investments.
As NLNG advances its strategic growth initiatives, including the Train 7 Project, the recognition further reinforces the company’s resolve to remain a leading global LNG company, helping to build a better Nigeria. Through operational excellence, innovation, and responsible business practices, NLNG continues to support Nigeria’s aspiration to harness its abundant natural gas resources for economic growth, industrialisation, and a sustainable energy future.”
The 2026 NOG Energy Week also highlighted the critical role of collaboration, innovation and investment in unlocking Africa’s energy potential, making NLNG’s latest achievement another significant milestone in its journey of delivering lasting value to stakeholders and the broader energy industry.

