April 2026 | Women in Energy Network

Following a high-impact first quarter in the 2026 energy calendar, the Women in Energy Network (WIEN) has formally reinforced its commitment to deepening collaborations with the industry’s leading conference organisers.

The network, representing over 1,000 women-led companies and professionals, has pledged a stronger, more integrated partnership with Brevity Anderson—organizers of the Nigerian International Energy Summit (NIES)—and the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN), the organizers behind the Sub-Saharan Africa Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (SAIPEC).

A Unified Voice for Policy and Growth

WIEN’s active participation in both NIES in Abuja and SAIPEC in Lagos has solidified its role as a strategic contributor to the narratives shaping Africa’s energy future.

WIEN President Mrs. Eyono Fatai-Williams emphasized that these partnerships are vital for advancing credible, technical, and enriching perspectives within the policy debates that define these conferences.

• NIES Partnership: Collaborative efforts with Brevity Anderson under the auspices of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources ensure that women’s leadership is at the forefront of national policy conversations.
• SAIPEC Partnership: Working alongside PETAN allows WIEN to mobilize women-led enterprises across the upstream, midstream, and downstream value chains, positioning them for sustainable industrial growth.

Driving Visibility: Local Partnerships, Global Impact

Mrs. Fatai-Williams noted that the partnership with Brevity Anderson and PETAN is a cornerstone of a broader strategy to boost the visibility of WIEN members on national, regional, and global stages.

These local alliances serve as a springboard for international participation in platforms such as:

• The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC)
• Gastech
• The Energy Institute
• WeConnect International

“Through these networks, members who may not have the resources individually are able to exhibit and present their businesses collectively to a global audience. We want to be the organization international institutions approach when they need speakers who bring authentic African perspectives.”

— Eyono Fatai-Williams

Commitment to Excellence

Beyond mere attendance, WIEN has pledged to continue providing high-level thought leadership and technical expertise at future events. By maintaining a visible presence as speakers and strategic partners, WIEN ensures that the diversity of the African energy mix—including gas, power, and renewables—is represented by a skilled and inclusive workforce.

As 2026 progresses, WIEN remains dedicated to its mission of equipping and mobilizing members to play an active, leading role in the energy industry’s transformation.

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