Amanze Chinonye
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has launched the 2025/2026 edition of its Nigerian Content Research, Innovation and Technology Challenge, inviting innovators, researchers, academic institutions and oil and gas industry stakeholders to submit proposals aimed at solving critical industry challenges.
The Board said the initiative, which commenced in December 2025, is designed to identify and nurture homegrown technologies that can deepen Nigerian content participation across the oil and gas value chain and its linked sectors.
Successful applicants will be admitted into the NCDMB Technology Innovation and Incubation Centre (TIIC) in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelAccording to NCDMB, submitted proposals must align with approved thematic areas and priority industry needs, including Geological and Geophysical Studies, Local Materials Substitution, Technology Development, Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Studies, Engineering Studies, and Renewable Energy.
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In the geological and geophysical category, innovators are expected to propose solutions focused on exploration, big data analytics and real-time logging data processing.
Local materials substitution proposals are to target sustainable materials for environmental remediation, cryogenic technology applications for liquefied natural gas (LNG) and refineries, as well as ultra-high temperature and pressure cementing materials sourced locally.
For technology development, the Board is seeking innovations in denationalisation technology, application of the Internet of Things in exploration and production, and condensate refining technology. HSE-related proposals are expected to address carbon capture, utilisation and storage technologies, depollution and produced water management systems, as well as hydrogen production techniques that enhance carbon dioxide capture.
Engineering-focused submissions are to cover enhanced oil recovery technologies, refinery unit efficiency improvement, laboratory analytical equipment for testing and experimentation, drilling technologies, and instrumentation and control systems. In the renewable energy category, proposals are expected in solar and wind energy solutions, as well as energy storage systems including battery technologies, hydrogen storage, thermal storage and molten salts.
NCDMB said proposals must not exceed 1,500 words and should be submitted via email to info@tiic.com.ng within one month of publication. Required details include the company or institution name, thematic area, title and description of the innovation, objectives, team structure, funding model, marketing plan and risk analysis.
The competition will be conducted in stages, with 30 proposals initially selected and assigned mentors to refine their ideas and develop demonstrations. This number will be narrowed to 10 in the second stage and eventually to five finalists, who will compete on the final day for top honours.
The Board noted that finalists will pitch their innovations to corporate venture capitalists, with the aim of attracting investment, accelerating innovation and expanding market reach. Winners will receive cash prizes, mentorship opportunities and media exposure, while the top 10 participants will be onboarded into the TIIC at the Nigerian Content Tower for further support towards commercialisation.
The initiative forms part of NCDMB’s broader strategy to drive indigenous technology development, strengthen local capacity and promote sustainable growth within Nigeria’s energy industry.
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