NNPC Assures Nigerians of Uninterrupted Gas Transportation to Power Plants

NNPC Limited has confirmed that the gas transportation network operated by its subsidiary, NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC), remains available to support gas deliveries to power generating stations nationwide without any constraints.

According to the company, NGIC’s operational records do not show any transportation-related constraints within its network that could explain the current decline in electricity generation.

NNPC Limited stated that it remains focused on actualising the Federal Government’s gas development and monetisation agenda, which has resulted in approximately 10 per cent growth in gas production volumes in 2026 year-to-date.

It added that gas supply availability is therefore not a challenge, reaffirming its commitment to supporting efforts to improve electricity generation through safe, reliable and efficient gas supply and transportation.

The clarification follows the Nigerian Independent System Operator’s (NISO) statement of November 5, 2026, which identified limited gas availability and reduced water inflows to hydroelectric stations as factors responsible for lower electricity generation.

NNPC Limited explained that its clarification relates specifically to the operational status of NGIC’s transportation network. It noted that gas production, commercial supply arrangements and actual deliveries to individual power plants must be assessed separately from the availability of transportation infrastructure.

The company further stated that a comprehensive assessment must consider the availability and operational readiness of generating units, plant maintenance schedules and actual gas offtake, as these factors determine whether supplied gas can be converted into electricity.

It stressed that these factors must be verified alongside gas supply data to establish the causes of the electricity generation shortfall.

NNPC Limited expressed support for a coordinated review of operational data by gas suppliers, transporters, power generators and NISO to identify specific constraints and guide effective interventions.

It emphasised that accurate reporting across the gas-to-power value chain is essential to resolving the challenges and sustaining public confidence.

The company reaffirmed that its focus remains on dependable energy infrastructure and constructive collaboration to ensure that Nigeria’s gas resources translate into more reliable electricity for Nigerians.

Andy Odeh
Chief Corporate Communications Officer
NNPC Limited
Abuja