African Union appoints Daniel Koussou as Special Envoy on Oil and Gas to promote sustainable development and energy security across Africa

The African Union (AU) has appointed Ambassador Daniel Koussou as Special Envoy on Oil and Gas, a role designed to advance the continent’s energy security, industrialisation, and socio-economic transformation under Agenda 2063.

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Ambassador Koussou, founder and CEO of Dau-O-Gik Oil and Gas Ltd, will represent the AU in international forums, advocating for Africa’s developmental priorities amidst global decarbonisation debates.

His responsibilities will include promoting policies that ensure Africa’s hydrocarbon resources drive continental prosperity and integration.

Dau-O-Gik Oil and Gas operates across both upstream and downstream sectors, specialising in energy trading, supply, and operational support.

Through disciplined cost management, compliance, and strategic decision-making, the company has navigated economic volatility, regulatory shifts, and foreign exchange challenges while maintaining resilience and operational efficiency.

Agenda 2063, the AU’s 50-year framework for sustainable development and economic integration, underpins Koussou’s appointment.

The envoy’s role is considered crucial for translating the Agenda’s vision of an integrated, prosperous, and peaceful Africa into tangible outcomes.

A distinguished diplomat and global leader, Koussou recently chaired the Committee on Economic Diplomacy, Trade, and Investment for the Nigeria chapter of the BIGWIL International Community of CEOs and Diplomatic Forum under the International Human Rights Observatory Africa (IHRO-Africa).

Known for a structured and analytical approach, he emphasises transparency, timely decision-making, and long-term sustainability in both business and diplomatic engagements.

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Ambassador Koussou’s leadership is expected to strengthen Africa’s voice in international oil and gas policy discussions, inspire continental economic dialogues, and ensure Africa’s resources contribute meaningfully to shared prosperity.