Setting the Standard:
NLNG’s Commitment to
Ethical Business and
Good Governance
NLNG’s Business Principles guide alltransactions and shape the expected behavior of employees in every aspect of the business. These principles emphasize leadership, accountability, and teamwork, contributing to the company’s success. Management ensures employees understand and adhere to these principles, providing safe channels to report concerns.
NLNG adopts international best practices in corporate governance,
with a 12-member Board of Directors overseeing compliance, safeguarding shareholder interests, and ensuring transparent communication and corporate
responsibility. The Board leads the company in achieving its strategic goals, maintaining strong governance, and regulatory standards.
- NLNG - Our People and Business
With over 1,000 employees—95% of whom are Nigerians—NLNG’s workforce is further supported by thousands through business partners and service providers. Our core operations, focused on the liquefaction, marketing, and shipping of LNG and NGLs, offer diverse career opportunities for skilled professionals.
Headquartered in Port Harcourt, with offices in Abuja, Lagos, and London, many employees live and work on Bonny Island. Since incorporation in 1989, NLNG has grown into a successful company, delivering its first LNG cargo in 1999 and completing its sixth train in 2008, thanks to the dedication of our people and adherence to our core values.
- Our Values
The Principles That Power NLNG
Safety and Health
Upholding high standards in health, safety, and environmental performance in every aspect of the business.
Integrity
Conducting business with fairness, adhering to ethical standards, and building trust with stakeholders.
Teamwork
Encouraging collaboration and the collective success of diverse professionals.
Respect
Respect is integral to our corporate culture. We recognize that our strength comes from different perspectives and experiences.
Excellence
Consistently striving for high performance, safety, and efficiency across all business activities.
CAREING
We put people first, ensuring the well-being of our employees, communities, and the environment.
- The Leadership
The Management Team
Philip Mshelbila
MD/C.E.O
Olakunle A. Osobu
Deputy Managing Director
Bamitale Erinle
GM, Human Resources
Joseph Alagoa
GM, Corporate Services
Sophia Horsfall
GM, External Relations and Sustainable Development
Ufuoma Otomewo
GM, Commercial
Board of Directors
HRM Edmund M. Daukoru
- Chairman
Amb. Nicholas A. Ella
- Non - Executive Director
Mr. Martinus de Jong
- Non - Executive Director
Dr. Philip Mshelbila
- Managing Director
Engr. Henry Ikem Obih
- Non - Executive Director
- Non - Executive Director
Mrs. Florence Ilaka
Olakunle A. Osobu
- Deputy Managing Director
Dr. Rabiu Suleiman
- Non - Executive Director
Mr. Matthieu Bouyer
- Non - Executive Director
Mallam Mele Kolo Kyari
- Managing Director
Mr. John Jansen
- Non - Executive Director
- Non - Executive Director
Mr. Simone Celestino
Shareholders
NLNG’s shareholding and governance structure is unique within Nigeria’s oil
and gas industry. It operates as an Incorporated Joint Venture with ownership distributed as follows: Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) holding 49%, Shell Gas B.V. with 25.6%, TotalEnergies Gaz & Electricité Holdings at 15%, and Eni International N.A. N.V. S.àr.l at 10.4%.
This structure ensures an independent Board of Directors, which plays a key role in driving effective business decisions. It has enabled NLNG to realize its vision of becoming a global player while contributing to Nigeria’s development. The governance model emphasizes transparency, accountability, sustainability, and reliability, positioning NLNG as one of the most efficiently managed companies in the industry.
- NLNG’s Subsidiaries
Driving NLNG’s Shipping Capabilities with Global Impact
Bonny Gas Transport Limited
Bonny Gas Transport Limited, initially named Enellengee Limited, was incorporated in 1989 following the incorporation of Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), to provide shipping capacity for NLNG. BGT owns and operates LNG tankers that transport NLNG’s products to its buyers. The Company is owned by NLNG and its shareholders.
NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited
NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited (NSML) is a private Limited Liability company and a subsidiary of NLNG. Initially incorporated in 2008 as a manning company, it began full operations in 2010. NSML transitioned to a ship management company in 2014, integrating NLNG’s vessel management
activities, and expanded its services to
include training, fleet management, and terminal management. In 2023, it was renamed NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited, focusing on meeting the evolving challenges in the maritime sector.