[4] Igiehon’s career began in the early 2000s when he joined Shell, where he worked in various leadership roles across multiple countries, including Nigeria, the Netherlands, Gabon, and Russia.
At Shell Gabon, he led a successful business transformation, culminating in the operational transition of the company to new ownership.
[4] In 2011, Osayande Igiehon served as Chairman of the Nigerian Council of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (2011-2013).
This is particularly relevant as many international oil companies (IOCs) have scaled back or exited onshore operations in the country in recent years.
Through strategic initiatives and collaborations with key stakeholders, Heirs Energies has significantly improved its terminal delivery rate—increasing it from 3% in December 2021 to an average of 85% by 2024, overcoming logistical and security hurdles in the Niger Delta region.