Seplat Energy PLC, a leading Nigerian independent energy company listed on both the Nigerian Exchange and the London Stock Exchange, has reaffirmed its leadership role in Nigeria’s indigenous gas revolution. With a strong commitment to “energy for all” powered by gas, the company says its strategy is guided by sustainability and driven by Nigerian expertise.
Speaking during a panel session at the ongoing Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, United States, Mr. Oladotun Isiaka, Managing Director of Seplat Energy Producing Nigeria Unlimited (SEPNU), said Nigeria is uniquely positioned to harness its vast gas reserves to drive domestic development and secure a strong foothold in global energy markets.
The session, titled “Harnessing Nigeria’s Gas Potential for Domestic Utilization and Global Export Market”, was hosted by the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN).
“Nigeria has over 200 trillion cubic feet of proven gas reserves—among the top ten globally,” Isiaka said. “The country stands at an inflection point where it must choose to power its population, industrialize, and capture global export value through gas. At Seplat Energy, we believe gas is not just a transition fuel—it is the growth engine for Nigeria’s energy future.”
Isiaka emphasized that greater collaboration across the gas value chain is necessary to unlock this opportunity. He noted that Seplat Energy is leading the charge as a Nigerian-owned and operated company with significant investments in the domestic gas value chain.
Seplat currently operates the Oben and Sapele Gas Processing Plants, which have a combined capacity exceeding 300 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd). These facilities supply about 30% of the gas used for power generation in Nigeria.
Looking ahead, Seplat is developing the ANOH Gas Processing Plant, another 300 MMscfd project, in partnership with the Nigerian Gas Infrastructure Company (NGIC)—a wholly owned subsidiary of NNPC Ltd. The ANOH facility is scheduled to come online in 2025 and is seen as a strategic addition to Nigeria’s energy infrastructure.
Additionally, SEPNU’s offshore gas assets offer significant opportunities, with sizeable reserves located near existing infrastructure, ideal for both domestic use and export.
Beyond production capacity, Seplat Energy is aligning with the federal government’s Decade of Gas initiative. The company is investing in Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) for transport, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for clean cooking, and pilot electrification projects for underserved communities.
“Gas must displace biomass used in cooking and diesel used in generators,” Isiaka said. “These outdated sources dominate Nigeria’s energy landscape. Seplat is committed to enabling that shift.”
Through its growing portfolio and clear energy vision, Seplat Energy is positioning itself not only as a market leader but also as a catalyst for long-term national energy transformation.
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