The Nigerian Gas Association (NGA) has announced it will host a Nigeria Pavilion at the 29th World Gas Conference (WGC2025) to be held in Beijing, China, from May 19 to 23, 2025, to showcase the country’s vast gas potential, promote investment-ready projects, and push for strategic financing partnerships critical to unlocking the sector’s full value.
WGC, organised by the International Gas Union (IGU), is the most prestigious global gas event held every three years and provides a unique platform for gas-producing nations to engage with global investors, energy companies, and policy leaders.
Speaking at a media engagement in Lagos, NGA President, Mr. Akachukwu Nwokedi, mentioned that the Pavilion will serve as a centrepiece for highlighting Nigeria’s progress under the ‘Decade of Gas’ initiative while promoting strategic national interests and showcasing major gas infrastructure projects across the value chain.
With over 209 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of proven gas reserves and a potential upside of 600 TCF, Nigeria holds one of the largest natural gas endowments globally.
However, much of this potential remains untapped due to critical funding gaps and infrastructure limitations.
“This platform is not just symbolic. It is strategic. It signals Nigeria’s readiness to take its rightful place in the global gas ecosystem, not just as a resource-rich nation but as a serious investment destination,” he said.
The Pavilion is expected to convene Nigerian government officials, regulatory leaders, producers, midstream operators, and financiers to tell a cohesive story of gas opportunity, recent policy reforms, and actionable investment projects. It will also feature Nigerian Content Champions, create networking opportunities, and foster global conversations on energy transition, technology adoption, and climate action.
Nwokedi noted that more than $5 billion in new gas investments have been committed in the past year alone, covering floating LNG, gas processing, and pipeline projects. He cited the AKK pipeline, the implementation of Executive Orders on Oil & Gas, and the Decentralised Gas Distribution Framework as policy pillars that are beginning to reshape the gas landscape.
