Ahmed stated this in his speech at the conference of the Nigeria Association of Energy Correspondents in Lagos.
Touching on energy security, which is crucial for Nigeria’s economic growth, Ahmed maintained that despite having a huge gas utilisation deficit, “we still flare about 2.5 billion cubic feet of gas daily”.
This wasted resource, he noted, could generate enough electricity for the country.
He stressed, “The Decade of Gas initiative seeks to end this waste, ensuring that by 2030, gas contributes significantly to our energy mix, adding up to 5,000 MW to the national grid and reducing our reliance on imported fuels.”
As the country invests in gas infrastructure, he advised that Nigeria must diversify its energy sources and reduce dependency on any single fuel.
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