NLNG has announced that its Train 7 project is serving as a catalyst for Nigerian content development and broader industrial growth in the country's oil and gas sector. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Adeleye Falade, made this remark during a panel session at the Nigerian Oil & Gas Midstream & Downstream Summit 2026 in Lagos.
Train 7 as a Model for Local Expertise
Falade, represented by Train 7 Project Manager Ali Uwais, described the initiative as more than an LNG expansion project. He called it a practical model for intentional localisation of expertise and a demonstration of how Nigerian content can strengthen industrial capability while delivering projects at global standards.
Key Milestones Achieved
Uwais outlined key milestones, noting that Train 7 has recorded over 120 million man-hours and achieved approximately 92 percent Nigerian content participation. This reflects NLNG's deliberate strategy to deepen local capacity and expand participation across the project value chain through structured planning and industry engagement.
Recognition of NCDMB
He also commended the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board for organising the summit and sustaining initiatives aimed at advancing growth across the oil and gas value chain.
Data-Driven Local Capability Assessment
The Train 7 project adopted a data-driven assessment of local capabilities, designed to identify viable participation opportunities that meet international standards. This move significantly expanded Nigerian involvement from the outset.
In-Country Fabrication Success
Several fabrication activities typically carried out abroad were successfully executed in-country. Nigerian firms fabricated pressure vessels, structural steel components, valves, blocks, pipes, lighting systems, cables, and painting materials for the project. NLNG deliberately identified local manufacturers with growth potential and provided targeted support to help them reach international quality-assurance standards, rather than relying solely on conventional quality-control checks.
