The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced the expansion of its clean energy footprint with the opening of additional Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations in Abuja, Ibadan, and Abeokuta. The new stations are part of a strategic effort to increase the accessibility of cleaner, more affordable energy alternatives, promoting the transition from traditional fuels such as petrol.
NNPCL shared the news via an official post on its X platform, stating:
“We are expanding clean energy access, one city at a time. We are now live in Abeokuta, Abuja, and Ibadan. With every new site, we bring Nigerians closer to cleaner, more affordable energy for everyday mobility.”
This move is in line with the company’s ongoing efforts to increase the adoption of CNG as a sustainable fuel source, aiming to alleviate the dependence on petrol and reduce environmental impact.
Previously, NNPCL had inaugurated CNG stations across major locations such as Lateef Jakande (Agidingbi), Agege Motor Road (Mushin), Lekki-Epe Expressway (Sangotedo), and Mobile Road (Apapa). Additionally, six new mobile CNG refuelling stations have been set up in Lagos, with stations at strategic points like Fola Agoro (Shomolu), Alapere SS, Marina, Agege Bypass, Lakowe SS, and Odogunyan SS in Ikorodu.
These developments will significantly enhance the network’s capacity, with the stations in Lagos and Abuja now able to dispense over six million standard cubic feet of CNG daily, catering to approximately 15,000 vehicles.
The expansion signals a significant step towards reducing Nigeria’s reliance on traditional fuels while fostering sustainable energy practices in the country.