The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has intensified efforts to attract investors to gas infrastructure opportunities as the Ajaokuta‑Gwagwalada segment of the Ajaokuta‑Kaduna‑Kano Gas Pipeline prepares for first gas delivery by July 2026.
The Ajaokuta‑Kaduna‑Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline is a major national infrastructure project designed to transport natural gas from the nation’s southern basins to central and northern regions, supporting industrial growth and power generation.
The Ajaokuta‑Gwagwalada section is a critical segment of this pipeline, expected to deliver gas within the next few months.
The Nigerian government and industry stakeholders have promoted increased utilisation of domestic gas to reduce reliance on imported fuels and support energy security and economic development.
At a stakeholders’ workshop on recognised gas infrastructure opportunities held in Abuja, NNPC officials emphasised the investment potential in compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), and related infrastructure along the AKK corridor.
The Executive Vice President, Gas, Power and New Energy at NNPC, Olalekan Ogunleye, speaking through a representative, reiterated that Nigeria has shifted its energy strategy to prioritise gas and is seeking partnerships to expand gas commercialisation and distribution.
NNPC said the Ajaokuta‑Gwagwalada segment is scheduled to be commissioned in July 2026, with the first gas expected to flow through the pipeline at that time.
Stakeholders discussed plans for a proposed mini‑LNG and LNG‑CNG station in Gwagwalada, which is expected to benefit from the incoming pipeline supply and support further expansion of gas distribution networks in Abuja and surrounding states.
Officials highlighted that Nigeria’s proven gas reserves exceed 210 trillion cubic feet, making the sector a significant area for investment and industrial development.
The call for investor participation reflects a government and industry focus on scaling gas infrastructure, including midstream projects such as pipelines and downstream facilities.
If investment commitments are secured, these projects could enhance gas availability for commercial and industrial uses and support broader energy policy goals.
