Nigerian Gas Association

About Us

The Nigerian Gas Association (NGA) is the apex organisation representing the varied and numerous stakeholders in the gas sector within the Nigerian oil and gas industry.

The NGA is the largest gas-focused volunteer/individual-member organization; the umbrella association and voice of the gas industry in Nigeria.

We are a chartered member of the International Gas Union (IGU).

We are a non-profit, non-governmental, & non-political association that was formed in 1999 to promote the advancement of Nigerian Natural Gas as the preferred energy source while serving as the premier platform for championing the development of gas in Nigeria for the benefit of the nation and the various stakeholders in the Nigerian Gas Value Chain.

Our earliest members include Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Company (NLNG), Chevron Nigeria Limited, the Nigerian Gas Company (NGC), Elf Petroleum, Mobil Producing Nigeria, Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC), and Conoco Energy Nigeria Limited.

Today, our association membership consists of a variety of international and indigenous companies as corporate members and individual members across the various sub-sectors and disciplines that make up the vast gas value chain; starting from gas exploration & production companies (Upstream), to gas processing and transportation companies (Mid-stream), and including the various end consumers; ranging from power generation companies (Gencos), Gas-Based Industries (Fertilizer, Methanol, Petrochemical, etc), and Industrial and Commercial Consumers (Mini/Micro LNG, CNG/LPG, etc.).

NGA is the largest gas-focused volunteer/individual-member organization and the umbrella association and the voice of the gas industry in Nigeria.

Vision

NGA will be the most influential and independent non-profit organization, in effectively advancing the role of Nigerian Natural Gas as the preferred energy source, while serving as the platform for championing the development of the gas industry in Nigeria.

Mission

NGA will actively champion the competitiveness and utilisation of Natural Gas by promoting sound policy development, capacity development and best practices towards optimising the economics of the entire gas value chain, while emphasising environmental sustainability and safety.

Core Values of the Association

Advocacy to anticipate, influence & drive the formulation of relevant Legislation, Policies and Regulation.

Promoting Investment in the Nigerian Gas Industry Value Chain.

To Encourage Best Practices and acceptable Standards while emphasizing environmental sustainability & safety.

Capacity Building to provide continuous professional development opportunities for members and non-members in the industry

Becoming the Industry Resource Centre of Choice and Authority for all relevant information on the Nigerian Gas Industry Value Chain.

Our achievements

Advocacy and Policy Influence

  • NGA drives legislative reforms for gas sector growth.
  • Advocacy focuses on tax incentives for industry players.
  • Influences critical gas-related policies and frameworks.
  • Works closely with regulatory bodies for policy improvements.
  • Advocates for sector-specific legal and policy changes.

Investment Promotion

  • Promotes Nigeria’s gas potential at global events.
  • Collaborates with NIPC to secure favorable investment.
  • Facilitates increased foreign and domestic gas investments.
  • Attracts infrastructure development through partnerships.
  • Drives significant capital inflows into the sector.

Standards and Best Practices

  • Partners with SON to set industry standards.
  • Promotes international best practices in gas operations.
  • Collaborates with research bodies on innovative solutions.
  • Enhances industry competitiveness through standards.
  • Drives adoption of advanced technologies and practices.

Capacity Building

  • Offers tailored training via Learning Solutions Initiative.
  • Develops professionals in commercial, technical, and HSE areas.
  • Focuses on youth development through university chapters.
  • Hosts Young Professionals Connect Series for mentorship.
  • Contributes to professional growth across the gas sector.

Industry Resource Center

  • Conducts in-depth research through study groups.
  • Shares essential industry knowledge and updates.
  • Drives strategic partnerships for innovation.
  • Facilitates knowledge exchange among professionals.
  • Serves as a hub for industry research and collaboration.

Specific Achievements

  • Secured ₦701 Billion Payment Assurance Guarantee.
  • Obtained ₦600 Billion intervention fund for gas sector.
  • Advocated for Decade of Gas Implementation Framework.
  • Played key role in Nigerian Gas Flare Commercialization Programme.
  • Facilitated significant FDI and infrastructure development.

Impact and Benefits

  • Increased gas production and local consumption.
  • Supported development of critical gas infrastructure.
  • Promoted diversification in gas utilization.
  • Created numerous jobs in the gas industry.
  • Enhanced energy security and environmental sustainability.

Future Outlook

  • Expand gas utilization across various sectors.
  • Support development of modern gas infrastructure.
  • Promote policies for a just energy transition.
  • Strengthen international cooperation and partnerships.
  • Drive integration of renewable energy into the gas sector.

NGA has a range of membership grades to suit every participant in the gas industry - from university students, through qualified professionals in all disciplines, to the interested and involved stakeholders such as financiers and investors, energy lawyers, leading and emergent technology/service providers etc. that are contributing to and shaping our nation's oil, gas - LNG and energy future.

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