Shell has said that Nigeria needs sustained actions to attract and retain investments in the gas sector. The oil company recently higlighted investments in key infrastructure, consistency policymaking, regulations and partnerships as crucial to the development of the nation’s huge gas resources.
Speaking at the 3rd edition of the Gas Investment Forum, which was held in Lagos, senior leaders of Shell Energy Nigeria said that the right decisions can guarantee economic growth and industrialisation.
“There is a clear strategic case for collaboration. IOCs bring international experience, deep capital reserves, and strong technical and risk management frameworks while independents bring local insight, agility, and operational flexibility in the Nigerian context.
Partnerships must also build domestic capacity — in engineering, supply chain, operations, and maintenance,” Markus Hector, General Manager Shell Energy Nigeria, said.
Managing Director Shell Nigeria, Ralph Gbobo, further noted that SNG is currently developing infrastructure by building gas hubs in Port Harcourt, Aba, Ota and Yenagoa, stressing that there are plans to extend to other cities.
He concluded by describing infrastructure as the backbone of Nigeria’s gas industrialisation journey.
“Investments in this area will not only improve access but also reduce costs and emissions, making gas a more viable option for industries and communities.
“The opportunities are immense, gas will continue to support Nigeria’s energy transition, providing reliable power while displacing more carbon-intensive fuels, enhance job creation, industrial diversification, and regional trade. The success of these levers will be a collaborative effort from both the public and private sectors,” he added.
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