Infodata Professional Services has called on operators in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry to accelerate investments in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity and digital transformation to remain competitive in an increasingly technology-driven global energy landscape.
The company made the call during the 2026 Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week held in Abuja, where industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of the nation’s energy sector.
Speaking on the sidelines of the conference, Infodata’s Sales Leader for Oil and Gas Operations, Nduka Nwosu, said digital transformation has become a business necessity rather than an option.
He explained that oil and gas companies must embrace emerging technologies to improve operational efficiency, strengthen infrastructure resilience and optimise production processes. According to him, organisations that fail to modernise their operations risk falling behind in a highly competitive industry.
Nwosu noted that operational technology (OT) cybersecurity has become a major concern for energy companies as cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure continue to grow in sophistication. He stressed the need for operators to deploy robust cybersecurity measures capable of protecting industrial control systems, sensitive data and production facilities from attacks that could disrupt operations and cause financial losses.
He added that Infodata showcased a range of innovative technology solutions during the conference, including OT cybersecurity, network segmentation, threat monitoring, systems integration, managed services, data protection and compliance solutions. These technologies, he said, are designed to help energy companies modernise their infrastructure while maintaining safety, regulatory compliance and business continuity.
The company also identified artificial intelligence, advanced analytics and digital transformation as the dominant themes shaping discussions at this year’s conference.
Nwosu said AI-powered solutions are enabling operators to make better decisions, improve predictive maintenance, reduce downtime and enhance overall operational performance across the oil and gas value chain.
He expressed confidence that continued investment in digital innovation, cybersecurity and strategic partnerships would strengthen Nigeria’s energy industry and position it for sustainable growth in the evolving global energy market.
