Infodata Advocates for AI and Cybersecurity in Nigeria's Oil Sector

Infodata Professional Services has urged Nigerian oil and gas operators to invest in secure digital transformation, emphasizing the risks of not modernizing operations. During the NOG Energy Week 2026 in Abuja, Sales Leader Nduka Nwosu highlighted the importance of digital transformation, operational technology (OT) cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI) as key drivers for the future of energy production. He warned that failure to adopt these technologies could lead to decreased competitiveness in a technology-driven global energy market. Infodata showcased technologies aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and protecting critical infrastructure. The company stressed that cybersecurity has become a boardroom priority due to increasing cyber threats targeting operational technology environments. AI is noted to improve decision-making and operational performance by processing large volumes of data. Infodata continues to support the industry with specialized technology solutions aimed at modernizing infrastructure while ensuring safety and operational continuity. Nwosu warned that cyberattacks on industrial control systems could disrupt production and inflict significant financial losses.

Key Points: • Infodata calls for urgent investment in digital transformation and cybersecurity in Nigeria's oil sector. • The NOG Energy Week 2026 highlighted AI and OT cybersecurity as critical for future energy production. • Failure to modernize operations could lead to significant financial losses and decreased competitiveness.