Sahara Group, NAEC partner on capacity development

Sahara Group, in partnership with the Association of Energy Correspondents of Nigeria (NAEC), has unveiled its “Making A Difference: Workshop” (#M.A.DWithNAEC), a capacity-building initiative designed to promote excellence and sustainability in energy reporting.

The annual workshop, scheduled for October 6, 2025, in Lagos, will precede the NAEC Annual Energy Conference taking place on October 9.

The 2025 NAEC Energy Conference will convene policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and journalists to deliberate on key issues shaping Nigeria’s energy future. The workshop will serve as a strategic prelude, equipping correspondents to deliver impactful coverage during the conference and beyond.

In a joint statement, Sahara Group’s Head of Corporate Communications, Bethel Obioma, and NAEC Chairman, Ugo Amadi, said the workshop reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the role of journalists in driving Nigeria’s energy reforms and advancing the global energy transition.

“At Sahara, we believe accurate, responsible, and insightful reporting has the power to shape perception, attract investment, and promote transparency in the energy sector,” Obioma noted. “Through #M.A.DWithNAEC, we are investing in journalists to enhance the integrity of Nigeria’s energy ecosystem while fostering knowledge sharing and sustainability.”

He added that every headline and analysis influences how the energy sector is perceived, stressing the need to equip correspondents for impactful storytelling.

Amadi, on his part, said the initiative will empower reporters to effectively set agendas, provide checks and balances, and deepen public understanding of critical industry issues.

“As we prepare for our annual conference, we are delighted to collaborate with Sahara Group on this laudable initiative. Continuous learning is a core value at NAEC, and we look forward to broadening perspectives that inspire trust and accountability in energy reporting,” he said.

The workshop will feature sessions led by industry experts including Head of Corporate Communications at Ikeja Electric Plc., Kingsley Okotie, CEO of Cabtree Ltd; Olabode Sowunmi, and Editorial Board member at Daily Trust, Vincent Nwanma.