By Ambrose Nnaji

Nigeria is set to unveil its first-ever comprehensive Gas and Power Infrastructure Map at NOG Energy Week 2026, a landmark initiative expected to reshape investment decision-making and unlock fresh capital flows into the country’s energy sector.

The unveiling, scheduled for the 25th edition of NOG Energy Week in Abuja, marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to provide investors, policymakers and industry stakeholders with a single, authoritative source of intelligence on the nation’s energy infrastructure.

For years, investors have cited the lack of consolidated and reliable data as a major obstacle to large-scale investment in Nigeria’s gas and power industries. The new infrastructure map seeks to bridge that gap by providing an integrated overview of critical energy assets across the country.

Developed under the Gas for Africa programme in collaboration with NNPC Limited, the publication offers the most detailed mapping of Nigeria’s gas and power ecosystem to date. It captures pipelines, gas processing facilities, power generation plants, LNG infrastructure, transmission networks and other strategic assets that underpin the country’s energy value chain.

Industry stakeholders say the initiative will improve market transparency, support project planning and provide investors with the intelligence needed to identify opportunities across the sector.

Complementing the infrastructure map is a comprehensive strategic report on Nigeria’s gas industry, described as the most extensive assessment of the sector ever assembled in a single publication.

The report adopts a full value-chain approach, examining developments in Nigeria’s gas market since 2020, the implementation of the NNPC Gas Master Plan 2026, upstream gas production trends and reserves, midstream infrastructure expansion, pipeline capacity requirements, and growth opportunities in compressed natural gas (CNG), piped natural gas (PNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG).

It also provides detailed insights into the gas-to-power segment and the role of gas in driving industrialisation through sectors such as fertilisers, petrochemicals, methanol production and metals processing.

Together, the map and report are expected to provide investors with an unprecedented understanding of Nigeria’s energy landscape at a time when global energy markets are undergoing significant realignment.

The launch comes amid growing international demand for secure and diversified energy supplies, as geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions continue to reshape global energy trade patterns.

Nigeria is increasingly positioning itself as a strategic energy partner, supported by rising hydrocarbon production, ongoing gas sector reforms and major infrastructure developments across the petroleum value chain.

By translating complex infrastructure and market data into actionable intelligence, the publications are expected to strengthen Nigeria’s investment proposition and support efforts to accelerate gas development, power generation and industrial growth.

Participants attending NOG Energy Week 2026 will be the first to gain access to the infrastructure map and strategic report, providing early insights into investment opportunities as industry leaders, government officials, financiers and project developers converge on Abuja for the event.

With preparations intensifying ahead of the conference, organisers say the launch underscores Nigeria’s ambition to leverage its vast gas resources to drive economic growth, energy security and industrial transformation while reinforcing its position as a leading energy destination in Africa.

By Ambrose Nnaji

Lagos, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed the Lekki office of PWAN Maxi Property and Business Solution Limited over allegations that the company failed to allocate 20 plots of land to a consumer despite receiving full payment.

The enforcement action, was carried out following an investigation by the commission into complaints of non-allocation of land and alleged non-compliance with regulatory directives.

Speaking during the exercise, the FCCPC South-West Zonal Coordinator, Olubunmi Otti, said the action was taken pursuant to Section 150(4)(a) of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) 2018 after the company allegedly failed to comply with a compliance notice issued by the commission.

According to Otti, the FCCPC commenced investigations in February 2025 after receiving a complaint from a consumer who alleged that PWAN had failed to allocate 20 plots of land that had been fully subscribed to and paid for.

She disclosed that the company ignored two invitations issued by the commission during the investigation process.

“Following a consumer complaint against the management of PWAN Max Property and Business Solutions Ltd for non-allocation of 20 plots of land fully subscribed to and paid for by a consumer, the commission initiated an investigation and invited the company to appear before it. However, the company failed to honour the invitations,” Otti said.

She explained that after a summons was issued, PWAN appeared before the commission, provided a witness statement and undertook to allocate the 20 plots of land and provide all relevant documentation by June 30, 2025.

However, the company allegedly failed to fulfil the commitment after the deadline elapsed.

As a result, the FCCPC issued a compliance notice in line with Section 150(1) of the FCCPA, detailing the nature of the breach, remedial actions required, timelines for compliance and penalties for failure to comply.

Otti stated that despite being duly served and granted sufficient time to address the issues raised, the company failed to comply with the notice.

“Consequently, and in direct exercise of FCCPC powers under Section 150(4)(a) of the FCCPA 2018, the commission has proceeded to seal these premises until the breach is remedied,” she said.

She emphasized that the enforcement measure is intended to protect consumers and ensure compliance with regulatory obligations rather than punish businesses.

According to her, the premises will remain sealed until the commission confirms that all outstanding obligations have been met and issues a compliance certificate.

Otti urged businesses to take compliance notices seriously and advised consumers to conduct due diligence before committing funds to property transactions.

Some affected customers who spoke during the exercise accused the company of collecting payments without providing the promised land allocations.

One of the complainants, Olamide Olagunloye, alleged that he paid a total of N1 million for a plot of land but has yet to receive allocation.

He said he initially paid N700,000 before making an additional payment of N300,000 and had repeatedly visited the office over the past three months without finding company representatives available.

Another customer, Ifeanyi Okafor, said he began making instalment payments for a land purchase after being approached by company representatives in 2018.

According to him, he eventually halted payments after becoming concerned about the process, having paid about N480,000.

Okafor said his concerns deepened after hearing similar complaints from another buyer who had purchased multiple plots and was allegedly being asked to make additional payments related to allocation.

By Editor

The World Bank has urged governments across the world to accelerate investments in renewable energy, clean technologies and resilient infrastructure as rising oil supply pressures continue to threaten economic stability, inflation control and long-term development.

According to the Bank, the ongoing global oil supply squeeze has reinforced the urgent need for countries — particularly developing economies — to diversify their energy mix and reduce dependence on volatile fossil fuel markets.

The Bank said investments in renewable energy, solar infrastructure, decentralized energy systems and clean technologies are becoming increasingly critical for protecting economies from future energy shocks while supporting growth, employment and climate resilience.

“Countries become more resilient when they diversify energy sources, including renewables and nuclear energy, because it reduces exposure to energy price shocks,” the World Bank stated.

The institution noted that governments must continue investing in the infrastructure needed to support energy diversification, including solar mini-grids, decentralized electricity systems and reliable power supply networks, especially in remote and climate-vulnerable communities.

Beyond energy infrastructure, the World Bank stressed that sustained investment in human capital remains essential for economic resilience and future job creation.

According to the Bank, countries must modernise education systems and workforce development programmes to equip workers with skills relevant to emerging industries, including clean technology, digital services and artificial intelligence.

“Practical AI tools are already improving productivity in sectors such as agriculture by helping smallholder farmers detect crop and livestock diseases and improve access to services,” the Bank said. “But investment in people goes beyond technical skills. It also includes quality education, healthcare and strong social programmes that strengthen human capital.”

The Bank further warned that the global economy is entering another period of heightened uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions, climate risks, policy instability and rapid technological disruption.

It noted that surging oil prices and tightening global supplies are placing additional pressure on public finances, particularly in developing countries, where inflation, widening fiscal deficits and supply chain disruptions are already constraining growth.

As governments grapple with competing priorities between economic stabilisation and long-term development, the World Bank cautioned against reducing public investments that support growth and employment.

“When faced with fiscal pressure, governments often resort to cutting long-term capital investments. This is not the right response,” the Bank said. “Evidence shows that reducing investment spending during crises weakens recovery, lowers productivity and wages, and reduces countries’ ability to withstand future shocks.”

Instead, the Bank advised countries to prioritise high-impact projects capable of generating jobs, stimulating productivity and strengthening climate and energy security.

It said poorly designed or low-impact projects should be discontinued, while strategic investments with long-term economic value should be protected.

The World Bank also highlighted the importance of improving public sector efficiency to create fiscal space without relying solely on increased taxation or borrowing.

According to the institution, nearly one-third of public investment spending is lost globally due to inefficiencies, with losses significantly higher in low-income countries.

It explained that better project appraisal, transparent procurement systems, effective implementation and regular maintenance of infrastructure assets could substantially reduce waste and improve value for money.

“Neglecting maintenance quietly drains public finances because infrastructure deteriorates faster and replacement costs become higher over time,” the Bank noted.

The institution added that digital technologies can help governments improve project monitoring, accountability and spending efficiency.

It cited countries such as Viet Nam and Cambodia, where governments are increasingly deploying digital systems to track project outcomes and ensure public spending delivers measurable results.

The World Bank said strengthening upfront planning and project selection capacity has become essential for countries seeking to maximise the impact of limited public resources.

The Bank noted that it is already supporting governments in countries including the Philippines, Viet Nam and Mongolia to improve project appraisal and investment planning processes.

“The goal is to ensure that projects selected for implementation generate sustainable economic growth, create jobs and strengthen resilience over the long term,” it said.

The World Bank concluded that while global economic shocks may persist, countries that prioritise clean energy investment, efficient public spending and human capital development will be better positioned to achieve sustainable growth and energy security.