Abuja is on track to achieve a major energy milestone as the construction of a key gas pipeline project hits 86.05% completion. The infrastructure is expected to deliver steady gas supply to Nigeria’s capital and its surrounding communities, significantly boosting power and industrial growth.
Project lead, Imran Ibrahim, confirmed that the most technically challenging phase crossing the River Niger has been successfully completed. “This breakthrough has reduced the overall project risk and cleared a major hurdle,” he said.
Despite facing delays from security issues, rocky terrain, and the COVID-19 pandemic, work remains on schedule. Full mechanical completion is now targeted for November 30, 2025, with the pipeline’s main infrastructure expected to wrap up by year-end.
Additional facilities including terminal gas stations and pigging units are slated for commissioning in 2026, helping to optimize gas distribution across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and beyond.
Olalekan Ogunleye, Executive Vice President for Gas, Power & New Energy at NNPC, revealed that funding is no longer an obstacle, thanks to the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), which has given NNPC the flexibility to source capital from financial markets. “We now have the tools to fund projects efficiently,” Ogunleye said.
The gas pipeline is poised to power homes, industries, and businesses across Abuja, improving quality of life and supporting long-term economic development.
