Nigeria Unveils $60bn Gas Expansion Drive to Boost Global Market Presence — NNPCL

Nigeria is setting its sights on the global energy market with a bold $60 billion gas expansion plan. The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) announced the initiative, which aims to position the country as a major player in global gas supply.

According to the NNPCL boss, the investment will focus on expanding infrastructure, increasing production, and ensuring Nigeria can meet both domestic and international demand. He stressed that the gas sector holds the key to Nigeria’s future energy security and economic growth.

The plan comes at a time when many countries are shifting from oil to cleaner energy sources like gas. Nigeria, with one of the largest gas reserves in Africa, hopes to use this opportunity to attract foreign investment and create jobs at home.

Analysts say the move could boost government revenue, diversify the economy, and reduce reliance on crude oil exports. However, they also warn that issues like pipeline vandalism, insecurity, and poor infrastructure must be tackled for the plan to succeed.

For ordinary Nigerians, this could mean more stable power supply, job creation in the energy sector, and economic benefits if the resources are managed transparently. For the global market, it signals that Nigeria is ready to step up as a key supplier in the evolving energy landscape.