NIPCO Gas Limited has revealed plans to build 20 additional compressed natural gas stations across Nigeria as part of efforts to expand gas utilisation and support the Federal Government’s clean energy transition and post-subsidy reform agenda.

The Managing Director of NIPCO Gas Limited, Nagendra Verma, made the disclosure during a recent media engagement at his office in Lagos, where the company highlighted its ongoing expansion initiatives within Nigeria’s evolving energy sector.

“Aligned with the Federal Government’s clean energy and post-subsidy reform agenda, NIPCO Gas Limited, in a joint venture with NGML, is currently constructing 20 additional Compressed Natural Gas stations across Nigeria,” Verma stated.

He further noted that the expansion plan includes the establishment of strategic compression hubs to strengthen gas distribution across the country. According to him, the nationwide rollout is intended to enhance access to gas-powered mobility infrastructure along major transport corridors and in key urban centres.

Verma added, “In addition, CNG mother stations located at Lekki and Ore are at advanced stages of completion.

“These facilities will serve as primary compression and dispatch hubs, enabling the efficient supply of CNG to daughter stations and industrial customers across various regions.

“The nationwide expansion is strategically designed to ensure broader coverage along key transport corridors and high-traffic urban centres, thereby improving accessibility and affordability of CNG for commercial vehicles, fleet operators, mass transit systems, and private motorists.”

He noted that the company plans to adopt a network-based distribution model to extend gas supply beyond areas connected to pipelines.

Verma emphasised that all facilities under development are being executed in compliance with regulatory and safety standards, adding that the expansion is expected to deliver wider economic and environmental benefits.

“This expansion is expected to generate significant employment opportunities, reduce transportation fuel costs, stimulate enterprises within the mobility value chain, lower carbon emissions, and contribute to improved air quality,” he stated.

Underscoring the company’s broader commitment to Nigeria’s gas development agenda, Verma said NIPCO Gas is strategically positioned to promote energy security and sustainable growth through continued investment in infrastructure..