Oyo, Shell Sign Gas Pipeline Deal

Shell Nigeria Gas and the Oyo State Government have signed an agreement to develop a gas supply and distribution infrastructure that will deliver gas to industrial and commercial users in the state.

Governor Seyi Makinde signed the deal on Friday at Shell Headquarters in. London.

Makinde described the project as a catalyst for development in the state.

“This project fits into our plan to drive innovation and industrialisation in Oyo State and we’re ready to partner with more companies and other organisations to enhance the delivery of relevant projects”. The Governor said

According to the agreement, SNG will build and operate the gas distribution network which will serve customers across Oyo State for 20 years starting from fourth quarter of 2025.

The project will start with the construction of gas distribution infrastructure along a 15km pipeline route, adding that it will grow to deliver up to 60 million standard cubic feet of gas per day across the state.