Nigeria’s Energy Sector Receives a Boost with Inauguration of Nedogas’ Kwale Gas Gathering Facilities.
Nigeria’s energy sector has achieved a significant milestone with the inauguration of the Kwale Gas Gathering (KGG) Facility and the upgraded Nedogas Processing Plant (NGPP) in Delta State. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), officially commissioned these projects, marking a substantial advancement in the nation’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and economic growth.
“The Nedogas Plant and the Kwale Gas Gathering Facility are not just infrastructure projects; they represent a significant leap in our nation’s ability to harness and utilize natural gas resources efficiently,” said Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo. “The Nedogas Plant will enhance our capacity to process natural gas into critical products, thus boosting our domestic supply and export capabilities.”
In his opening remarks, Engr. Emeka Ene, Chairman and CEO of Nedogas Development Company Limited (NDCL), highlighted the importance of the event. “This milestone signifies Nigeria’s journey towards harnessing our natural gas resources for economic growth and environmental sustainability. The facility is a beacon of opportunity for the entire region.”
Engr. Ene expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and the NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC) for their unwavering support and collaboration, which were instrumental in bringing the visionary project to fruition.
Located in Ndokwa West LGA, Kwale, Delta State, the KGG Facility boasts an impressive capacity of 300 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd). This facility addresses the challenge of stranded gas resources by providing infrastructure for gas gathering, compression, injection, and metering, unlocking the potential of natural gas fields in the OML56 oil province. The Nedogas Plant in Energia’s Ebendo field, just 3 kilometers away, has an initial gas injection capacity of 25 MMscfd.
“As we ramp up the injected gas volumes, we look forward to receiving additional gas from neighboring fields operated by First Hydrocarbon Nigeria (FHN), Pillar Oil, Chorus Energy, and Midwestern Oil & Gas,” stated Engr. Ene.
Aligned with Nigeria’s “Decade of Gas” initiative, these projects mark a transition from gas flaring to gas monetization, promoting cleaner energy and a healthier environment. Engr. Ene emphasized the socio-economic benefits, noting, “By creating hundreds of direct and indirect jobs, these facilities will significantly contribute to the economic upliftment of the host and nearby communities.”
Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe (FNSE), Executive Secretary of NCDMB, praised the collaboration between the government, private sector, and local communities. “The success of these projects highlights the importance of partnership in achieving meaningful progress and ensuring that the benefits of our natural resources are widely shared. The NCDMB remains committed to fostering such collaborations and creating an enabling environment for investment and innovation.”
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Representing the Governor of Delta State, His Excellency Rt. Hon. (Chief) Sheriff Oborevwori, Deputy Governor Chief Monday Onyeme remarked, “The Nedogas Plant and the Kwale Gas Gathering Facility represent critical infrastructure in our state’s burgeoning energy sector. These projects are more than industrial installations; they are pillars of progress that will support the socio-economic development of Delta State and Nigeria at large.”
With an estimated 180 billion cubic feet of proven natural gas reserves, Nigeria stands on the cusp of a new era in energy. The Nedogas and KGG Facility exemplify how the country can harness this potential to build a sustainable future.
*Source: Legend & Legacy*
