The forum is scheduled to convene regulators, policymakers, investors, operators, and industry leaders under the theme, “From Gas Abundance to Gas Access: Reassessing Nigeria’s Gas Distribution Imperatives.”

ALDG, the umbrella body representing gas distribution companies in Nigeria, said the event is aimed at advancing discussions on how the country can transition from being a gas-rich nation to one capable of delivering reliable, affordable, and widespread energy access that supports economic growth and industrial development.

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According to the association, this year’s theme reflects the urgency of repositioning gas as a strategic transition fuel that can power manufacturing, strengthen energy security, and support a more sustainable energy mix for Nigeria’s future. Discussions at the forum are expected to focus on critical issues affecting domestic gas distribution, including infrastructure deficits, regulatory alignment, pricing frameworks, financing structures, and broader market challenges limiting access and utilisation at scale.

The forum is also expected to feature high-level participation from regulators and senior industry figures, including a keynote address and goodwill messages from leading stakeholders across the sector.

A major feature of the programme will be two panel sessions designed to drive practical outcomes and actionable policy conversations. The first session, titled “From Policy to Performance: Unlocking Demand, Industrialisation & Energy Security,” will examine how regulatory and policy intentions can be translated into measurable growth in domestic gas utilisation and industrial expansion. The second session, “Building a Bankable Gas Distribution Ecosystem: Infrastructure, Capital & Market Design,” will focus on financing strategies, infrastructure development, and the creation of a commercially sustainable gas distribution market.

ALDG said the sessions would be led by industry experts, policymakers, and subject-matter specialists with the experience required to provide practical insights into the sector’s evolving challenges and opportunities.

The 2026 edition of the forum has already attracted sponsorship support from key industry players, including Tetracore, Axxela, Shell Nigeria Gas, NNPC Gas Marketing Limited, Powergas, Bluebulb Financials Ltd, and Highland LNG, underscoring what the association described as strong industry commitment to advancing Nigeria’s gas distribution agenda.

Another highlight of the event will be the official launch of Downstream Gas Magazine, a new industry-focused publication intended to deepen sector insights, strengthen policy engagement, and reinforce ALDG’s position as a thought leader in Nigeria’s downstream gas ecosystem.

Speaking ahead of the forum, Chairman of ALDG and Managing Director of Axxela Gas Distribution, Mr. Kehinde Alabi, said the event comes at a critical period for the Nigerian gas industry as gas increasingly becomes central to the country’s industrialisation strategy.

“As the narrative of the Nigerian gas industry evolves into a policy pivot and the fuel of choice for transforming Nigeria’s industrialisation aspirations, this forum provides a focused platform towards unlocking incremental access, strengthening distribution infrastructure, and aligning stakeholders around practical, scalable solutions,” he said.

Also commenting, the Executive Secretary of ALDG and Managing Director/CEO of Alpha Maxvalue Energy and Renewables Ltd, Mr. John Kadiri, described the forum as an important platform for collaboration and policy engagement within the sector.

“The ALDG Business Forum remains a critical platform for operational collaboration and policy engagement. With the launch of the Downstream Gas Magazine, we would be institutionalising knowledge-sharing and driving more informed conversations that will shape the future of gas distribution in Nigeria,” Kadiri said.

ALDG noted that the forum forms part of its broader commitment to supporting Nigeria’s gas-to-power ambitions, industrial growth, and energy transition objectives through strategic dialogue and industry collaboration.