The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, has urged African countries to move beyond mere resource ownership and focus on building sustainable industrial capacity. Speaking at Africa Oil Week (AOW) 2026, Ogbe said the continent should create greater value from its natural resources and position African businesses to compete globally, according to The Tide. The remarks highlight Nigeria's push for stronger local content and industrial growth in the energy sector.
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