The $25 million African Atlantic Gas Pipeline (AAGP), also known as the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline project, has reached a significant milestone according to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNCPL). The project has now entered the land acquisition and resettlement phase, marking a crucial step forward in the region’s energy landscape.
This $25 billion project is poised to become a game-changer in the region, providing a sustainable energy source for the area and beyond. Mr. Mele Kyari, Group Chief Executive of NNPCL, commended the progress of the project, attributing it to regional collaboration and the collective efforts of all parties involved.
The Front End Engineering Design (FEED) Phase 2 study has been completed, and surveys are currently underway for Environmental and Social Impact Assessments. Kyari emphasized the project’s viability and the capability for effective execution, supported by strong regional collaboration.
The project update was shared at a Joint Meeting of the Ministers of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and officials from Mauritania and Morocco. The gathering allowed ministers to review the latest documents related to the project and foster collaboration among member states.
Launched in 2016 by Nigeria’s Ex-President Muhammadu Buhari and Morocco’s King Mohammed VI, the African Atlantic Gas Pipeline project aims to connect Nigeria to Morocco with a 7,000 km gas pipeline. The project combines the West African Gas Pipeline Extension Project and the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline Project into one comprehensive initiative.
The pipeline will supply gas to 13 coastal countries, with additional lines connecting the three landlocked countries in ECOWAS. This project represents a significant investment in the region’s energy infrastructure, with the potential to transform the energy landscape and enhance regional cooperation.
