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Nigeria invests $ 3 billion in technology modernisation of energy
The oil and gas industry is undergoing a digital transformation , with a rapid uptake in innovative technologies that are driving digital oilfields . technologies that are driving digital oilfields . Total is at the forefront of adopting innovations such as drones , robotics , and early event detection systems to monitor and repair infrastructure , while new generations of sensors enable the development of new products for real time , on-line analysis , following the always increasing safety and quality requirements . Digitally transformed processes will increase performance , robustness and safety in many industrial domains , while building the job skills of tomorrow ,” added Dauboin .
Energy companies are playing a leading role in supporting high-tech energy infrastructure projects in Nigeria and across Africa , according to the head of research and development at one of the leading multinational investors in Nigeria ’ s oil and gas industry speaking at Gitex Technology Week .
Nigeria ’ s ambitious $ 3 billion energy modernisation programme aims to expand the electricity supply , create more efficient energy production and usage , and increase rural and semi-urban power access from 35 % to 75 %.
Nigeria is Africa ’ s largest oil producer , and the world ’ s fourth-largest liquefied natural gas exporter , according to the United States Energy Information Administration . Pascal Dauboin , Senior Advisor for Digital Technologies at Total , believes oil and gas companies experiences of working in a multinational and multicultural context can help drive innovation across energy sector .
“ In today ’ s interconnected world , the ability to find , share , and integrate knowledge from across the spectrum is essential ,” said Dauboi .
“ The oil and gas industry is rapidly undergoing a digital transformation , with a rapid uptake in innovative
To promote international interest in ICT opportunities in Nigeria and across the continent , Nigeria ’ s National Information Technology Development Agency hosted an Africa Investment Forum at Gitex 2016 .
“ From digital oilfields running on drones and robotics , to smart grids distributing electricity generated from renewable energy , the energy sector in Nigeria and Africa hosts tremendous investment opportunities ,” said Dr Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami , Director General of Nigeria ’ s National Information Technology Development Agency .
“ Dubai connects Africa to global investors and companies . The energy , oil , and gas sector in Nigeria and Africa is rapidly undergoing digital transformation , and key players can discover the latest innovations and business opportunities at Gitex Technology Week ,” said Trixie LohMirmand , Senior Vice-President for Exhibitions and Events Management at the Dubai World Trade Centre , which hosts Gitex Technology Week . www . intelligentcio . com INTELLIGENTCIO
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