NNPC Disputes Gas Shortage Claims, Says Network Fully Available
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Limited) has dismissed claims that constraints in its gas transportation network are contributing to the decline in electricity generation across the country.
The company said the gas transportation network operated by its subsidiary, NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC), remained fully available to support gas deliveries to power generation stations nationwide, adding that its operational records showed no transportation-related constraints.
In a statement, NNPC said it had recorded about 10 per cent growth in gas production volumes in 2026, attributing the increase to efforts to implement the Federal Government’s gas development and monetisation agenda.
It maintained that gas supply availability was not a challenge, reaffirming its commitment to supporting improved electricity generation through safe, reliable and efficient gas supply and transportation.
The clarification followed a November 5 statement by the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO), which identified limited gas availability and reduced water inflows to hydroelectric stations as factors responsible for the decline in electricity generation.
However, NNPC explained that the availability of its gas transportation infrastructure should be distinguished from actual gas production, commercial supply arrangements and deliveries to individual power plants.
It said a comprehensive assessment of the electricity generation shortfall must also examine the availability and operational readiness of generating units, plant maintenance schedules and actual gas offtake.
According to the company, these factors determine whether available gas supplies can effectively be converted into electricity and should be examined alongside gas supply data to establish the causes of the generation shortfall.
NNPC called for a coordinated review of operational data involving gas suppliers, transporters, power generators and NISO to identify specific constraints and determine appropriate interventions.
It stressed that accurate reporting across the gas-to-power value chain was essential to addressing the challenges and sustaining public confidence.
The company reiterated its commitment to developing dependable energy infrastructure and strengthening collaboration among industry stakeholders to translate Nigeria’s gas resources into more reliable electricity supply.
