Nigeria plans stronger gas-to-power chain for industrial growth
The Federal Government has announced new steps to reinforce Nigeria’s gas-to-power value chain. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, said the government aims to boost industrialisation and energy security by improving gas supply and infrastructure. The administration of President Bola Tinubu is also expanding clean cooking initiatives and establishing a National Gas Infrastructure Command Centre. The government is prioritising long-term gas agreements, infrastructure upgrades, and regulatory reforms to attract investment and ensure reliable electricity.
TLDR
- Ekperikpe Ekpo revealed that gas currently fuels over 70% of Nigeria’s on-grid electricity, but supply and infrastructure issues persist.
- The government is expanding its free liquefied petroleum gas cylinder programme to all six geopolitical zones to promote clean cooking.
- A National Gas Infrastructure Command Centre has been approved to monitor and coordinate gas assets nationwide in real time.
- The administration is pushing for gas-based industrial hubs, such as the Brass Gas Hub, to drive manufacturing and exports.
- Regulatory reforms under the Petroleum Industry Act are underway to attract investment, ensure cost-reflective pricing, and grow local content.
