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NNPC Ltd, Partners Launch Five Mini-LNG Plants, As FG Restates Commitment To Use Gas For Economic Growth, Development

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has launched five mini-Liquiefied Natural Gas (LNG) Plants in Ajaokuta, Kogi State.
The plants were launched in collaboration with NNPCL’s partners on Thursday, January 30th.

Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas) Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo speaks during the groundbreaking ceremony of 5 Mini-LNG Plants in Ajaokuta, Kogi State, on Thursday. The Minister is flanked by the Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo (1st right); Chairman, NNPC Ltd Board, Chief Pius Akinyelure (2nd left) and GCEO, NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari (1st left).

L-R: Chairman, Senate Committee on Local Content, Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan; GCEO NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari; Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo; Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo and Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shaiubu Abubakar Audu perform the groundbreaking ceremony at the NGML/Gasnexus LNG Plant, one of the 5 Mini-LNG Plants launched in Ajaokuta, Kogi State, on Thursday.
A statement signed by NNPC’s spokesman, Femi Soneye noted that the groundbreaking ceremony signalled the commencement of construction works on the five Mini-LNG plants namely: NNPC Prime LNG, NGML/Gasnexus LNG, BUA LNG, Highland LNG and LNG Arete.
Furthermore, the statement stated that the unprecedented partnership between NNPC Ltd and private investors represent a strategic leap towards energy sufficiency, off-grid industrial support and carbon emission reduction in the country.
Speaking at the ceremony, the GCEO NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari reaffirmed the company’s unwavering commitment to Federal Government’s gas-to-power aspirations, noting that natural gas holds the key to unlocking a bright and prosperous future for Nigeria, and a catalyst for industrialization, job creation, and economic diversification.
According to Kyari, the projects play a critical role in increasing access to energy for millions of Nigerians, providing job opportunities, promoting economic growth and contributing to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), while creating opportunities for gas commercialisation and supporting the Federal Government’s flare down initiatives.
“These Mini LNG facilities will ensure the efficient transportation of gas over long distances, providing a cleaner and cheaper source of energy to households, mobility, industries, and businesses. This is particularly important for regions that currently lack access to gas pipeline infrastructure.” Kyari added.
He attributed the company’s feats in upstream and gas infrastructure projects to the unwavering support of President Bola Tinubu in utilizing gas resources to fuel industrialization, achieve energy security and foster economic growth and development.
Also speaking at the event, tthe Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas) Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, who described the development as an unprecedented feat in the history of Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, added that natural gas remains a veritable vehicle for accelerating Nigeria’s industrialization, economic growth and prosperity.
Ekpo, who assured NNPC Ltd. and its partners of the Federal Government’s support, emphasized that the initiatives align with government’s aspirations of harnessing Nigeria’s abundant gas resources for National economic development, reducing the nation’s carbon footprint and enhancing the well-being of Nigerians.
On his part, the Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo expressed appreciation to the Federal Government for locating the plants in the state, describing it as a step forward in Nigeria’s march towards attaining energy security.
The Governor, who commended President Tinubu, the leadership of NNPC Ltd and its partners for finding Ajaokuta and Kogi State worthy of gas investments added that the plants will unlock ample opportunities in investment, including direct and indirect employment for the state’s teaming population.
He assured of the state government’s support for the project through manpower supply, provision of adequate security and host community collaboration at the projects’ various sites from commencement to completion.
Commenting on the landmark development, Chairman, NNPC Ltd, Chief Pius Akinyelure said the milestone marks a significant advancement in Nigeria’s energy sector and aligns with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, signaling a new era of sustainable energy, energy security, and industrial growth.
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