Nigeria NNPC Inaugurates 113km Segment of Long-Delayed OB3 Gas Pipeline

The Digest:

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has inaugurated a 113km segment of the long-awaited Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) gas pipeline. After missing several deadlines, the project’s commissioning is a small but significant step in a series of energy developments

Key Points:

• NNPC has inaugurated a 113km portion of the OB3 pipeline.
• The pipeline is now transporting 300mmscf/d of gas.
• The project had previously missed several deadlines for completion.
• NNPC is deploying subcontractors for the AKK pipeline.
• The goal is to expedite the completion of the AKK project.
• The AKK project is expected to revive northern industries.
• The article is based on NNPC's monthly report for July 2025.

The completion of the OB3 segment indicates progress in Nigeria's gas infrastructure development. Both the OB3 and AKK projects are crucial for national energy supply and industrial growth.

Sources: TheCable