By Saminu Ibrahim
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has said its gas transportation network remains fully operational and is not responsible for the recent decline in electricity generation across the country.
The company said the network, operated by its subsidiary, NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC), remains available to support gas deliveries to power generating stations nationwide without transportation-related constraints.
This was contained in a statement on Saturday signed by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd, Andy Odeh.
Specifically, NNPC stated that its operational records had not identified any disruption within the NGIC network that could explain the current drop in electricity generation.
The clarification followed a statement by the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) on November 5, which attributed the decline in power generation to limited gas availability and reduced water inflows into hydroelectric power stations.
However, NNPC maintained that gas transportation infrastructure was not the challenge, noting that gas production, commercial supply arrangements and actual deliveries to individual power plants were separate issues that required independent assessment.
The national oil company disclosed that Nigeria’s gas production volumes had increased by about 10 per cent in 2026, year-to-date, as part of efforts to actualise the Federal Government’s gas development and monetisation agenda.
It said the increase underscored its commitment to supporting improved electricity generation through safe, reliable and efficient gas supply and transportation.
NNPC, however, noted that a comprehensive investigation into the decline in electricity generation should also examine the availability and operational readiness of generating units, plant maintenance schedules and actual gas offtake by power stations.
According to the company, these factors determine whether available gas supplies can effectively be converted into electricity.
It called for a coordinated review of operational data involving gas suppliers, transporters, power generators and NISO to identify specific constraints and develop appropriate interventions.
The company stressed that accurate reporting across the gas-to-power value chain was essential to addressing the challenges facing electricity generation and sustaining public confidence.
NNPC reaffirmed its commitment to developing dependable energy infrastructure and strengthening collaboration among stakeholders to ensure that Nigeria’s gas resources translate into more reliable electricity supply for Nigerians.
