A 5km natural gas pipeline network has been inaugurated in Victoria Island, connecting Eko Atlantic City in Lagos. This achievement is the result of a collaboration between Axxela Limited and NNPC Gas Marketing Limited (NGML), marking the first phase of a larger 72.5km pipeline infrastructure project that will extend from Victoria Island to the Lekki area.
The newly launched pipeline, which runs from Outer Marina to Kuramo Beach, is designed to connect customers from Five Cowrie River near Bonny Camp to the proposed Lekki International Airport. This development is a key milestone in Axxela and NGML’s efforts to expand natural gas infrastructure in the Greater Lagos Area.
Kehinde Alabi, Axxela’s Chief Operating Officer, highlighted the significance of this launch, stating that it underscores their commitment to providing reliable energy solutions that support economic development. “By connecting Eko Atlantic City as the first customer on this axis, we are paving the way for broader access to natural gas, fueling both businesses and the development of self-sustaining clusters,” Alabi said.
Justin Ezeala, Managing Director of NGML, also emphasized the importance of this expansion, noting that it reaffirms the partnership between NGML and Axxela in advancing natural gas infrastructure across Nigeria and Africa.
David Frame, Managing Director of Eko Atlantic City, expressed pride in being the first customer connected to the pipeline. He noted that this connection will ensure a more stable and reliable energy supply, setting a benchmark for modern urban living and aligning with the city’s vision of sustainability and energy efficiency.
The project is expected to deepen domestic gas utilization, providing vital energy resources for companies and businesses along the Victoria Island-Lekki corridor. Upon completion, the pipeline network will be instrumental in meeting the growing energy demands of the rapidly developing Lekki area, supporting a range of applications from industrial feedstock to decentralized power solutions.
Credit: Vanguard (Text Excluding Headline)
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