Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to expanding its gas sector and attracting foreign investment, with the Federal Government highlighting the country’s vast gas reserves, strategic infrastructure projects, and investor-friendly policies at the 2026 Global Energy Show in Calgary, Canada.
Speaking at the international energy forum, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, said Nigeria remains well-positioned to play a leading role in the global energy market through its abundant natural gas resources and ongoing reforms aimed at boosting investor confidence.
According to the minister, the government is creating a stable regulatory environment designed to unlock investment opportunities, accelerate growth in the gas industry, and strengthen Nigeria’s position as a major energy destination.
Ekpo emphasized that the country’s gas development agenda is being supported by key infrastructure projects, including the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline and the Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) Pipeline. He described the projects as critical to expanding domestic gas distribution, enhancing energy access, and supporting industrial development across Nigeria.
The minister further noted that the infrastructure initiatives would strengthen regional gas supply across West and North Africa while positioning Nigeria as a long-term supplier to European energy markets.
He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening international energy partnerships and contributing to global energy security, stressing that collaboration with foreign investors remains essential to achieving the country’s energy transition and economic development objectives.
The presentation formed part of Nigeria’s participation at the Global Energy Show Canada 2026, where industry leaders, policymakers, and investors from across the world gathered to discuss the future of energy, investment opportunities, and sustainable energy development.
