Minister Ekperikpe Ekpo Emerges President of 2026 GECF Ministerial Meeting

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, has emerged as the President of the 2026 Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) Ministerial Meeting, a significant milestone that reinforces Nigeria’s leadership in global gas diplomacy.

The announcement was made during the 27th Ministerial Meeting of the GECF held in Doha, Qatar. Ekpo’s appointment reflects international recognition of Nigeria’s pivotal role in advancing gas development, energy transition, and sustainable growth across the global energy landscape.

This development further consolidates Nigeria’s strategic influence within the GECF — an organization comprising major gas-producing nations committed to promoting cooperation and stability in global gas markets.

Minister Ekpo’s leadership in the 2026 meeting is expected to spotlight Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to harness natural gas as a key driver of economic diversification and regional energy security.