Nigeria Seeks Global Investment to Unlock Gas Potential
By NaijaEnquirer Staff
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ekperikpe Ekpo, has called on global investors to partner with the country in harnessing its vast natural gas reserves, underscoring gas as a cornerstone for Nigeria’s industrialization and the world’s sustainable energy future.
Gas as a Catalyst for Growth
Speaking at GasTech 2025 in Milan, Italy, Ekpo highlighted that Nigeria’s abundant gas resources present far-reaching opportunities for power generation, rural development, job creation, and manufacturing growth.
“The industrialization of Nigeria cannot be achieved without unlocking the full potential of its gas sector. Gas is not only cleaner, but it is also a catalyst for job creation, rural development, power generation, and manufacturing growth,”Ekpo said.
Policy Reforms to Attract Investors
The minister stressed that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has introduced new policies and reforms to make Nigeria’s gas sector more attractive for local and international investors.
“Under the visionary leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, our administration is creating the right policies and reforms to attract both domestic and international investments. Nigeria is open for business,”he stated.
Nigeria’s Role in the Global Energy Transition
Ekpo further emphasized the country’s readiness to play a leadership role in shaping the global energy transition, noting the unique role of gas as a bridge fuel to the future.
“Gas is the bridge to our future, and Nigeria is ready to lead in shaping a sustainable energy landscape,”he added.
Global Gathering at GasTech 2025
GasTech 2025, one of the world’s largest gatherings of natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, and low-carbon energy stakeholders, convened industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to explore opportunities for advancing global energy security and sustainable transition.
