Nigeria’s drive to become Africa’s leading gas hub has gained major momentum, with the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) approving more than 25 Non-Associated Gas (NAG) Field Development Plans. These projects are unlocking nearly 9,790 billion standard cubic feet (BSCF) of reserves and 3.54 BSCF/D of gas, while attracting over $4.9 billion in capital expenditure (CAPEX) investments.
The initiative forms part of NUPRC’s broader strategy to unlock over 55 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of uncommitted gas reserves and attract multi-billion-dollar investments across Nigeria’s gas value chain.
Speaking at the 3rd Gas Investment Forum in Lagos, the Commission Chief Executive (CCE), Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, represented by the Executive Commissioner, Development and Production, Engr. Enorense Amadasu, highlighted the Commission’s strategic focus on gas development, monetisation, and infrastructure expansion to secure Nigeria’s energy future and drive economic transformation.
According to him, Nigeria’s proven gas reserves currently stand at 210.54 TCF, comprising 109.51 TCF of Non-Associated Gas (NAG) and 101.03 TCF of Associated Gas (AG). Of this, about 55 TCF (26%) remains uncommitted to any existing or planned monetisation projects—representing a massive opportunity for both domestic and international investors.
Amadasu revealed that Nigeria recorded an average daily gas production of 6.99 BSCF/D in 2024, with a Reserves Replacement Ratio (RRR) of 1.56 and a Reserves Life Index (RLI) of 92.7 years, signifying long-term sustainability for investors.
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The national gas reserves rose from 208.83 TCF in 2023 to 210.54 TCF in 2025, while production increased from 6.91 BSCF/D to 7.61 BSCF/D, reflecting steady growth across the sector. Currently, the domestic market accounts for 28% of total gas utilisation, LNG and WAGP exports make up 35%, while 29% is used for field operations including gas lift and reinjection.
On Policy Reforms and Regulatory Milestones, Engr. Amadasu enumerated several regulatory instruments that have shaped Nigeria’s gas development journey, including the Associated Gas Re-injection Act (1979), National Gas Policy (2008), Flare Gas (Prevention of Waste and Pollution) Regulations (2018), Decade of Gas Initiative, and the landmark Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021.
Recent instruments such as the Domestic Gas Delivery Obligation Regulations (2022), the Gas Flaring, Venting and Methane Emissions Regulations (2023), and the Oil and Gas Companies (Tax Incentives) Order (2024) further consolidate the Commission’s pro-investment posture.
Since the enactment of the PIA, the Commission has approved over 25 Non-Associated Gas (NAG) Field Development Plans, unlocking nearly 9,790 BSCF of reserves, 3.54 BSCF/D of gas, and attracting over 4.9 billion dollars in CAPEX investments.
He further disclosed that the Commission is actively facilitating regulatory approvals and negotiations for upstream gas supply to major projects such as NLNG Train 7, the Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano (AKK) Pipeline, and the Brass Fertilizer and Petrochemical Project.
