President Bola Tinubu is gearing up to unveil three crucial gas infrastructure projects in Delta and Imo States, signalling his administration’s commitment to leveraging gas to drive Nigeria’s economic growth.
The projects, spearheaded by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and its partners, align with the government’s strategy to maximise value from the country’s gas resources while curbing gas flaring.
According to a statement by presidential spokesperson, Mr. Ajuri Ngelale, the projects have been fast-tracked since the inception of the administration to bolster domestic gas supply, a key driver of economic prosperity.
Although the statement did not specify the inauguration dates for the projects located in Kwale (Delta State) and Ohaji South (Imo State), it highlighted their potential to enhance gas supply to the domestic market by approximately 500 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscf/d), fostering a conducive investment environment and fostering balanced economic development.
Among the projects listed is the AHL Gas Processing Plant 2 (GPP – 2), an expansion of the Kwale Gas Processing Plant (GPP – 1). Designed to process 200mmscf/d of rich gas, this facility will bolster industrialisation efforts in Nigeria and reduce dependency on LPG imports.
Another project slated for presidential inauguration is the ANOH Gas Processing Plant (AGPC), with a capacity of 300mmscf/d. This integrated facility will process non-associated gas from the Assa North-Ohaji South field in Imo State, contributing to increased power generation and industrialization.
Additionally, the ANOH-OB3 CTMS Gas Pipeline Project involves the construction of a transmission gas pipeline to evacuate dry gas from the Assa North-Ohaji South primary treatment facility to the OB3 Custody Transfer Metering Station. Scheduled for mechanical completion by May 15, 2024, this pipeline will play a crucial role in delivering gas to the OB3 pipeline system.
These initiatives underscore Tinubu’s commitment to harnessing Nigeria’s gas resources to drive economic growth and foster development across various sectors.
