Nigeria has launched its first Liquefied to Compressed Natural Gas (LCNG) facility in the North-East, located in Yola, as part of its “Decade of Gas” initiative. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ekperikpe Ekpo, described the project as a historic milestone and a key example of public-private partnership. He praised Greenville LNG for its role in advancing clean and sustainable energy in the region.
The launch of the LCNG facility in Yola marks a major step in Nigeria’s push for gas-driven economic growth and energy security. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ekperikpe Ekpo, highlighted the project’s role in boosting energy access, job creation, and business development in the North-East. He emphasized its potential to replace diesel and petrol with cleaner, cheaper alternatives for vehicles and industry. Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, represented by Deputy Governor Prof. Kaletapwa Farauta, hailed the project as a strategic milestone for clean energy, economic diversification, and a valuable partnership with the state’s people.
Governor Fintiri noted that the LCNG station supports Adamawa’s development goals by providing cleaner, cheaper fuel for transportation. He said the project’s location in Yola reflects investor confidence in the state’s stability. Greenville LNG Chairman, Eddy Broeke, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to Nigeria’s gas expansion plan, announcing a rollout of 50 similar LCNG units nationwide by Q3 2026 with President Tinubu’s support. Broeke also praised the Adamawa government for its collaboration in promoting CNG access across the state.
