NNPC has engaged gas producers to boost supply for electricity generation companies (GenCos).
Gatekeepers News reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says it is working with gas suppliers in order to deepen gas supply for electricity generation companies (GenCos).
NNPC Chief Operating Officer For Gas And Power, Yusuf Usman said this during a facility visit of Egbin power plant.
He said the corporation was committed to deepening gas utilisation in the country and supply for gas to power.
“I have listened to all the concerns you raised. An area of concern to me is when you talked about the gas constraints. We are going to support you to make sure that the power supply is steady. We are having a session with gas suppliers in this regard.”
“I am aware that works are ongoing in this regard to ensure that all the power we generate is safely evacuated.” Usman said.
Usman also commended the turnaround of the thermal power station — the biggest in Sub Saharan Africa — post privatisation.
“The visit has been an eye-opener for me. We have seen turbines that have been running for over 40 years. We have seen efforts being made by Egbin management to effect a turnaround at the plant through an overhaul of the entire system.
“We have also seen the support you have been giving to the youths through employment and capacity development opportunities.” he added.
