Vienna, Austria, 28 February 2022–OPEC Secretary General, HE Mohammad Sanusi Barkindo, participated virtually in the 2022 edition of Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES), which is being held in Abuja between 27 February and 3 March.
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OPEC Secretary General participates in Nigeria International Energy Summit
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