Accolade as Engr. Darlington Bob-Manuel Decorated with NIPetGE Fellowship Honour

 By Genesis ogiri 

The oil and gas fraternity stood in ovation as Engr. Darlington Bob-Manuel, one of Nigeria’s most cerebral and seasoned petroleum professionals, was conferred with the Fellowship Award of the Nigerian Institution of Petroleum and Gas Engineers (NIPetGE) at its 2025 Annual Conference, held in grand style at the prestigious Abuja Continental Hotel. The conferment, which drew a constellation of top industry leaders, policymakers, and corporate executives, celebrated decades of transformative leadership, technical mastery, and an unwavering commitment to advancing Nigeria’s upstream petroleum landscape.

With an illustrious career spanning over 30 years, Engr. Bob-Manuel has remained a formidable pillar in Nigeria’s oil and gas architecture. His professional trajectory began at the Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC), where his early brilliance in strategic planning and economic evaluation of development projects set him apart as a future industry leader. His ascent through the ranks culminated in his appointment as Manager and Local Reserve Evaluator for Eni’s Nigerian operations, a role in which he spearheaded multi-disciplinary teams responsible for reserves estimation, field development strategies, and asset optimization.

Beyond corporate responsibilities, Engr. Bob-Manuel’s national impact was profoundly felt when he served on the National Committee for Hydrocarbon Reserves Standards Review, contributing to the modernization of the Nigerian National Standard 1 (NNS1) for hydrocarbon reserves reporting—an enduring legacy that reinforces transparency and technical credibility in Nigeria’s petroleum reporting system.

Currently, as Manager, Technical Liaison Services at Oando Energy Resources, he functions at the confluence of technical coordination and corporate strategy, bridging operational realities with executive decision-making to ensure alignment with global best practices. His active engagement in greenhouse gas management and CO₂ evaluation further exemplifies his commitment to the energy transition agenda, positioning him as one of the few industry leaders harmonizing fossil fuel optimization with climate-conscious innovation.

A registered and certified engineer of enviable repute, Engr. Bob-Manuel holds membership in the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) and the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)—institutions that have benefited immensely from his intellectual contributions and professional mentorship.

In his remarks after receiving the honour, Engr. Bob-Manuel expressed deep appreciation to the leadership of NIPetGE, commending Engr. Prisca Kanebi, the Institution’s President, for steering a visionary course that prioritizes professionalism, innovation, and ethical leadership within Nigeria’s energy ecosystem.

The NIPetGE Fellowship Award bestowed upon Engr. Bob-Manuel is not merely a personal accolade but a resounding affirmation of his enduring influence on the oil and gas sector—an influence defined by precision, purpose, and progressive thinking. His recognition further underscores the Institution’s role as a custodian of technical excellence, honouring those whose careers exemplify innovation, sustainability, and service to the nation’s energy future.

Engr. Darlington Bob-Manuel’s story stands as a glowing testament to what steadfast dedication, intellectual rigour, and visionary leadership can achieve in shaping the frontiers of petroleum engineering and gas development in Nigeria.

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