Kyari outlines vision for Nigeria’s energy future, announces upcoming CNG stations

Kyari outlines vision for Nigeria’s energy future, announces upcoming CNG stations

In a bold vision for Nigeria’s energy future, Group CEO of NNPC Ltd., Mele Kyari, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to addressing Nigeria’s “energy trilemma” of energy security, sustainability, and affordability.
Speaking at the 42nd Annual International Conference and Exhibition of the Nigeria Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) on Monday, Kyari unveiled plans to roll out 12 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations and several Mini LNG Plants aimed at strengthening domestic energy access.

Kyari emphasized NNPC Ltd.’s commitment to enhancing supply chains, expanding refining capacity, and ensuring affordable energy through strategic partnerships. He revealed that NNPC Ltd. will work closely with private refineries and utilize Naira-for-crude transactions to support currency stability, further expanding gas infrastructure projects like the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) and the Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) pipelines.

“NNPC Ltd. supplies over 1.6 billion standard cubic feet (bscf) of gas daily, leveraging a distribution network managed within our balance sheet,” Kyari said, underlining the company’s expanding role in domestic gas supply.

Kyari also defended NNPC Ltd. against claims of obstructing domestic refinery efforts, emphasizing that the company’s part-ownership in the Dangote Refinery is part of a strategic effort to bolster local fuel production. He commended President Tinubu’s initiatives to curb forex pressures by strengthening Nigeria’s refining capabilities.

“Resolving the energy trilemma requires bold ideas and collective determination,” Kyari stated, calling on stakeholders to contribute to building a secure, sustainable, and affordable energy future for Nigeria.

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