Seplat installs 850MMscfd gas infrastructure to boost Nigeria’s domestic supply
Seplat Energy Plc has announced a major achievement in its efforts to contribute to Nigeria’s gas development, revealing that it has installed over 850 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd) of gas infrastructure across the country to address domestic supply demands.
The company’s Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Samson Ezugworie, made the disclosure during a press briefing, explaining that this initiative forms part of Seplat’s wider strategy to combat energy poverty in Nigeria and promote sustainable national development.
“Over the years, we’ve installed more than 850MMscfd of gas infrastructure aimed at supplying domestic users across the country,” Ezugworie said.
He clarified that this installed capacity does not include the additional gas potential from assets acquired through Seplat’s recent acquisition of Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (MPNU).
“With the MPNU acquisition, we are exploring new growth opportunities within its vast gas reserves. We intend to utilise a significant portion of this gas to further power homes and industries across Nigeria,” he added.
Ezugworie stressed that Seplat’s operations are firmly grounded in sustainability and driven by a long-term vision that aligns with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles.
“Building a sustainable business requires vision, even when the benefits are not immediately visible to today’s generation,” he stated.
He also highlighted that Seplat’s capacity development strategy is integral to its growth agenda. He revealed that 50 graduates were recently employed under the company’s graduate development programme and are currently undergoing comprehensive training across various departments.
“This reflects our belief in sustainability—developing talent pipelines to secure Seplat’s future leadership and technical expertise,” he said.
Seplat is also spearheading technological innovations in Nigeria’s gas value chain with its well-structured End of Routine Flaring (EORF) roadmap. The company is making strategic investments in facilities designed to significantly reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions, while enhancing overall energy efficiency.
Ezugworie cited the Sapele Integrated Gas Plant as a central part of this effort. The plant’s first module is already operational and producing gas, with the full capacity expected to be realised by 2025.
“At full capacity, the plant will significantly reduce our Group’s Scope 1 emissions,” he noted.
