Shell Nigeria Gas Hosts Stakeholders Forum to Deepen Gas Distribution in Ogun State

Shell Nigeria Gas (SNG), Nigeria’s leading gas distribution company, recently convened a high-level stakeholder engagement session with over 100 gas off-takers in the Agbara Ota industrial zone, Ogun State. The forum, themed “The Natural Gas Partner of Choice, Powering Nigeria,” focused on strengthening partnerships, improving service delivery, and exploring opportunities for future growth in gas distribution.

Strengthening Partnerships for Industrial Growth

Since its establishment in 1998, SNG has built a robust distribution network, currently operating across Abia, Rivers, and Ogun States with over 150 kilometers of pipeline infrastructure. The Agbara Ota forum was part of the company’s ongoing initiative to gather feedback directly from customers and stakeholders to better align its services with market needs.

Speaking at the event, Markus Hector, General Manager of Shell Energy Nigeria, emphasized the company’s dedication to reliability and customer satisfaction:

“Our commitment is to build, operate and maintain a gas distribution system that is not just reliable, but resilient, transparent, and growth-oriented. This forum is an opportunity for honest feedback, shared learning, and co-creating a better path forward. Your voice matters and we want to hear it.”

Federal Government Reaffirms Energy Vision

Representing the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Lateef Biobaku, Team Lead for Gas, shared insights into the Federal Government’s long-term goals for the oil and gas sector:

“Our vision is to unlock Nigeria’s energy potential, help fuel economic growth, drive industrialization, and diversify the economy. We aim to increase oil production to 4 million barrels per day and gas production to 12 billion cubic feet per day by 2030.”

Industry Leaders Echo Commitment to Nigeria’s Energy Future

The forum also featured remarks from other key stakeholders including:

• Dan Aso, Manager of Strategy and Sustainability, NNPC Gas Marketing Limited

• Adebola Sofela, Ogun State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry

• Segun Ajayi-Kadir, Director General, Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN)

• Wasiu Lawal, Chairman, Ado-Odo Ota Local Government Council

They each underscored the critical role of natural gas in industrial development and Nigeria’s transition to a more energy-secure future.

Engaging Dialogue in Panel Sessions

Participants engaged in dynamic panel discussions on key topics including:

• Agbara Ota Industrial Zone: Present and Future Possibilities

• Energy Future

• Nigeria’s Oil and Gas: Energised, Invigorated, and Reawakened

These sessions provided valuable insights into local challenges and opportunities, positioning Agbara Ota as a pivotal hub for industrial energy use.

SNG Reaffirms Commitment to Growth and Service Excellence

In his closing remarks, Ralph Gbobo, Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Gas, expressed gratitude to participants and partners:

“We have noted the comments of our customers and will continue to improve our services to drive further growth through gas distribution. We’re grateful for the support of our partners, communities, customers, and the Ogun State Government, and we look forward to more collaboration for greater strides.”