As Namibia positions itself as Africa’s next major oil hub, Heirs Energies Chief Executive Officer, Osa Igiehon, will deliver a keynote address at the Namibia Oil & Gas Conference (NOGC) 2025.
The conference is aimed at outlining the path to building globally competitive African energy companies.
Igiehon will lead the session titled “The Making of an African Independent” on 14 August, drawing on Heirs Energies’ successful transformation of Nigeria’s OML 17 into a benchmark indigenous-operated asset in West Africa.
The session begins with a fireside chat between Igiehon and Dr. Clemens von Doderer of the Hanns Seidel Foundation Namibia, followed by a panel featuring leaders from Azule Energy, Rhino Resources Namibia, and the Gas Exporting Countries Forum.
Key themes include, How African independents can compete with global oil majors, Building sustainable, locally anchored operations, and the role of African expertise in long-term success.
According to Igiehon, “African companies don’t just participate in the global energy market, we lead it.
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“By merging local innovation with world-class execution, we’re creating lasting impact.”
He revealed that Heirs Energies champions the Africapitalism philosophy of Group Chairman Tony O. Elumelu CFR, rooted in the belief that private enterprise is central to Africa’s development.
“The company is redefining indigenous energy leadership from Nigeria to Namibia.
“As Namibia’s Orange Basin draws increasing international investment, the spotlight is on African firms not just to compete but to scale rapidly and sustainably.
“Heirs Energies Limited is Africa’s leading indigenous-owned integrated energy company. With a focus on innovation, environmental stewardship, and community development, the company is committed to meeting Africa’s energy needs while aligning with global sustainability goals.”
