The Federal Government has unveiled six indigenous gas companies eligible for the N122 billion equity participation program under the Midstream Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF).
According to the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Mr. Ekperikpe Ekpo, the six companies—Asiko Energy Holdings Limited (AEHL), FEMADEC Energy Limited, Ibile Oil and Gas Corporation (IOGC), Nsik Oil and Gas Limited, Rolling Energy Limited, and Topline Limited—have undergone rigorous screening.
Ekpo made the announcement during the signing ceremony of the MDGIF and Promoters Agreement held in Abuja.
He revealed that the investment reflects the government’s commitment to energy security, economic growth, and the development of the country’s gas infrastructure.
Ekpo described the signing as a significant step in the country’s energy sector.
He said, “Today marks a significant step forward in Nigeria’s gas revolution. I am pleased to announce the Federal Government’s approval of N122 billion for six indigenous companies through the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF). This groundbreaking investment demonstrates our unwavering commitment to energy security, economic growth, and the development of Nigeria’s gas infrastructure.”
“Today is a significant milestone as we formally enter into agreements with six business entities that have been screened to obtain government equity participation under the MDGIF.”
Ekpo assured that the N122 billion will not be the last as the MDGIF is screening another batch of beneficiaries.
He urged the benefiting investors, who are the first to sign agreements for the projects since the enactment of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), to live up to expectations.
He encouraged companies that did not make the first list not to lose hope.
The minister said, “For those who did not make the first six, we will have a second batch. Go home and put your records in order, and of course, this is the first since the passing of the PIA in 2021. This is the first signing, and we expect you to live up to expectations.”