Lagos - Jebba pipeline: Firm submits feasibility study to NNPC

Axxela Limited, a subSaharan gas & power portfolio company, has submitted a feasibility study to the Nigerian Gas Processing and Transportation Company (NGPTC) to build Escravos Lagos Pipeline System (ELPS)-Ibadan-Ilorin-Jebba (EIIJ) pipeline network across the Western and Central states of Nigeria.

The study was compiled by Worley Parsons, and supported by counterpart funding from the United States Trade and Development Authority (USTDA).

Speaking during the handover ceremony, NNPC Group Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer Gas & Power, Engr. Saidu Mohammed said: “This is a project we defined a long time ago and one, we wish to implement. Now, it’s key we don’t lose sight of the lowhanging fruits, as we seek to provide gas to the country in keeping with the national plan.”

The pipeline is expected to commence in Ibadan, Oyo and run through the towns of Osogbo, Ogbomosho, Ilorin, Ado-Ekiti, and terminate in Jebba located in Kwara.

Axxela’s CEO, Bolaji Osunsanya said: “The impetus for power-driven initiatives is underscored by the significance of this project, and its impact and scope are parallel with the Federal Government’s aspirations to improve the power situation. Ultimately, major demand centres will require more electricity to cater to the growing power requirements of industrial and commercial clusters.

Managing Director, NGPTC, Engr. Babatunde Bakare said, “This fits in with our overall vision, and we are aligned with the recommendations put forth. We eagerly anticipate the positive impact this project would have on the region.”

Axxela is the pioneer developer of Nigeria’s foremost natural gas distribution network, delivering at peak, 70 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscf/d) to over 175 industrial and commercial customers via a vast network of gas infrastructure.