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Financial leaders to speak at Nigerian oil and gas event

The Nigerian Federal Ministry of Finance, Diamond Bank, Stanbic Bank and Access Bank will be among a host of top financial institutions set to supply speakers to the Nigeria Oil & Gas Conference & Exhibition 2013s Energy Finance Seminar

Nigeria's finance ministry confirmed its endorsement of the CWC-organised event, which will take place from 18-21 February 2013 in the Nigerian capital of Abuja.

Danladi Irmiya Kifasi, permanent secretary of the Federal Ministry of Finance, and Budget Office of the Federation director-general Bright Okogu will present the event's finance seminar on 18 February 2013.

Senior representatives from key Nigerian banks, including Diamond Bank, Stanbic Bank and Access Bank, will discuss the country's current financial structure, domestic and international investment opportunities, and explore the future of financing projects in the Nigerian energy sector.

The 2012 Nigeria Oil & Gas Conference & Exhibition attracted more than 1,000 conference delegates, 180 exhibitors and 7,500 visitors.

Next year, the 13th edition of the event will place a special focus on the impact the Petroleum Industry Bill could have on the industry if passed, as well as holding a number of networking functions including the Annual Nigeria Oil & Gas Awards Gala Dinner.