The Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria, MEMAN, has announced a new plan to support Nigeria’s energy goals through cleaner, safer and more inclusive practices in the petroleum sector. Formerly known as the Major Oil Marketers Association of Nigeria (MOMAN), MEMAN released its 2025 Sustainability Report, which outlines a detailed plan to cut carbon emissions and promote clean energy across the country.
MEMAN’s latest strategy is focused on reducing carbon emissions, encouraging innovation, and building resilience in the downstream sector. As part of its five-year carbon footprint reduction programme (2023–2027), MEMAN has set clear targets across depots, fuel trucks and filling stations. The targets include the use of solar energy at stations, deployment of compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, and the adoption of ethanol-blended fuels such as E10.
According to MEMAN, 398 retail stations across Nigeria have already been equipped with solar systems, helping reduce pollution and saving on electricity costs. Also, NNPC Retail, one of its member companies, has introduced 500 CNG-powered fuel trucks with modern safety tools including alcohol locks, cameras to monitor drivers’ alertness, and vapour control systems.
The association is also working to move Nigerians away from using harmful energy sources such as firewood and charcoal. Recently, it organised a sensitisation campaign on the use of cooking gas, distributing over 550 LPG cylinders to households in Lagos, Akwa Ibom, Ondo, and Borno states. The campaign focused on helping people understand the health and environmental benefits of using gas over traditional biomass fuels.
MEMAN is also preparing for the future by introducing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at selected member locations. This move is being done alongside continued investment in renewable energy.
Health and safety is a key part of MEMAN’s plan. The association’s HSSEQ policy (Health, Safety, Security, Environment, and Quality) is taken seriously by members. Safety measures such as spill-prevention valves and improved driver training have led to a reduction in fuel truck accidents. A major safety simulation exercise, called the MEMAN Cluster Drill, was held in Apapa, Lagos. It involved the Nigerian Navy, the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA), and others. The drill tested how the sector would respond to emergencies like oil spills or fire outbreaks.
To build future leaders in the energy space, MEMAN has introduced a Youth Engagement Programme through its Competency Centre. The programme, now running in Yaba College of Technology and the University of Lagos, aims to train students in digital technology, renewable energy, and environmental science. The June 2025 edition had panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and mentorship from top industry players.
MEMAN is also supporting communities through different corporate social responsibility projects. For example, MRS Oil Nigeria adopted Oduduwa Senior Secondary School in Mushin, Lagos, where it renovated classrooms and supplied learning materials. TotalEnergies is running a youth initiative called LEAD Career Project, which has trained over 1,800 students in leadership and eco-friendly habits. Conoil also supports community infrastructure and culture.
The association is addressing environmental problems in Victoria Island through its Flood Management Initiative. The project is focused on stopping open defecation, waste dumping and oil spills in Bishop Kale Close.
Governance is also important to MEMAN. The association has a strong leadership structure, a code of conduct, and policies that promote transparency and fairness. MEMAN is also championing gender diversity and inclusion. It supports the 30% Club target for women in leadership, promotes flexible work schedules, and mentors young people in the industry.
MEMAN’s CEO, Mr. Clement Isong, said that having diverse voices in leadership leads to better ideas and stronger organisations. “We are not just building an energy system—we are shaping a society,” he said.
The association’s sustainability goals align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including health, clean energy, economic growth, and climate action. MEMAN is also working with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority’s Industry Sustainability Initiative (NISI), which it says could help Nigeria attract over $575 billion in clean energy investments.
MEMAN’s plan shows how Nigeria’s oil and gas industry can lead the way in environmental responsibility, safety, youth development, and economic growth. As the country deals with fuel scarcity, climate change, and economic pressures, MEMAN believes that the future of energy must be clean, inclusive and Nigerian-led.
