The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCl) and First Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited (First E&P) Joint Venture (JV) have achieved a 96 per cent reduction in routine flaring of Associated Gas (AG) from the Anyala (OML 83) and Madu (OML 85) fields.

This milestone, according to a statement signed by NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, aligns with Nigeria’s commitment under the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the Paris Agreement, which aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 20 per cent unconditionally and 47 per cent conditionally.

The company noted that this feat was attained through the implementation of an AG reinjection strategy into a designated underground storage reservoir at the Madu field, situated in OML 85, offshore Bayelsa State.

He stressed that the initiative ensures that gas, which would have otherwise been flared, is now safely stored, significantly mitigating environmental impact.

“The reduction in AG flaring aligns with the regulatory framework set forth by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), underscoring the joint venture’s compliance with national environmental standards and global best practices,” it stated.

The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, Mr Mele Kyari, stated that the achievement underscores the company’s commitment to leveraging resources responsibly and optimising production to meet energy needs and sustainability goals.

“It reflects our commitment to aligning our operations with global standards and environmental best practices,” he said.

Similarly, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO) of FIRST E&P, Ademola Adeyemi-Bero, emphasised that this milestone reflects their commitment and dedication to environmental sustainability and responsible energy production.