We promote the exchange of ideas between member-companies to enhance our members’ operational activities and to improve safety and environmental performance in the Nigerian Oil and Gas industry
We provide a forum for advocacy in relation to government policies, laws and regulations that impact the Nigerian Oil and Gas industry. We also promote awareness among industry stakeholders and the Nigerian public
We promote the interests of our member-companies through the following activities: Defining and addressing non-competitive issues of common interest to members in order to ensure the continued viability of the Nigerian Oil and Gas industry.
We promote the exchange of ideas between member-companies to enhance our members’ operational activities and to improve safety and environmental performance in the Nigerian Oil and Gas industry
OPTS is an acronym for Oil Producers Trade Section. The OPTS is a sub group within the LCCI which is the umbrella association of businesses who have come together in order to promote their common interests. The group membership includes both local and foreign-owned companies registered in Nigeria who hold an Oil Prospecting License or an Oil Mining License.
OPTS has two categories of membership – Associate Membership and Producer Membership. For both categories, membership is voluntary.The group came into existence in August 1962 with just 3 members, and Mr. D. Fleming of then Shell BP as Chairman.
Greetings and welcome to the website of the Oil Producers Trade Section (OPTS) in Nigeria, a subgroup of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). We are pleased to have your interest in our group.
OPTS is a private industry group that is dedicated to the exploration, development, and production of Nigeria’s oil and gas resources in a sustainable and beneficial manner for the Nigerian people. We represent the interests of 29 oil and gas companies that collectively operate approximately 85% of Nigeria’s oil and gas industry production, in partnership
We abide by all applicable laws, rules, and regulations that are set to safeguard the rights of customers.
We foster trust, operate with integrity and exhibit honesty, fairness, responsibility, and ethical behavior.
We provide health-conscious services, adhere to safety rules,putting safety procedures into place, and producing safe goods.
We address social challenges and promote positive change by supporting and partnering with local communities through various initiatives, such as volunteering and contributions.