- Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to a steady gas supply to its West African neighbours, the Benin Republic, Togo, and Ghana.
- FG aims to combat energy poverty and drive regional prosperity.
The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to provide a steady gas supply to the Benin Republic, Togo, and Ghana. This pledge seeks to tackle energy poverty while boosting regional economic growth.
During a meeting in Abuja, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, gave this assurance. He addressed both the outgoing and incoming Managing Directors of the West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo).
Ekpo emphasised that President Bola Tinubu remains determined to strengthen energy security in West Africa. Over the past two years, the administration expanded gas infrastructure, reduced gas flaring, and boosted gas availability for domestic and export use.
Moreover, the minister stressed that a reliable gas supply to neighbouring countries remains a top priority. He described this effort as crucial for fuelling regional prosperity.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is fully committed to ending energy poverty in Nigeria, the West African sub-region, and indeed across the continent,” Ekpo declared.
In addition, Ekpo praised the outgoing WAPCo Managing Director, Ms Michelle Burkett, for her leadership and dedication. He acknowledged her contribution to the company’s achievements during her tenure.
Meanwhile, he pledged full government support for her successor, Mr Abiodun Bodunrin, encouraging him to build on WAPCo’s success and enhance its performance.
In his remarks, Bodunrin shared his ambition to take the company to greater heights. Furthermore, he promised to guarantee a steady and uninterrupted flow of gas from Nigeria to consumers across West Africa.
He also called for stronger collaboration with the government and regional partners to achieve this vision. With this renewed commitment, Nigeria reinforced its role as a reliable energy supplier while promoting shared prosperity across West Africa.