Nigeria targets 70% of Africa’s gas demand with higher production — NUPRC

Nigeria plans to double or triple its natural gas production to meet 70% of Africa's gas demand, leveraging its estimated 215 trillion cubic feet of reserves. NUPRC Chief Executive Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan stated that the country currently produces about 8 BCF of gas daily. She emphasized the need for improvements in investment, gas pricing, and infrastructure to unlock this potential. The Commission will launch its 2026 licensing round next month to attract more investments into the sector.