NNPC completes River Niger crossing of OB3 gas pipeline

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ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has announced the successful completion of the River Niger crossing of the OB3 Gas Pipeline.

He said the project was executed 2km beneath the riverbed using advanced HDD technology, unlocking a transport capacity of 2 billion scf/day to strengthen Nigeria’s energy security, power generation, and industrial growth. Ojulari noted that the achievement builds on the AKK crossing success and reflects disciplined execution, innovative engineering, and the commitment of NNPC’s team and partner, PCE Nig. Limited.

Ojulari expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his Gas‑to‑Prosperity agenda, the NNPC Board led by Chairman Ahmadu Musa Kida, host communities, and the NGIC team for their support.

According to him, the OB3 Pipeline links East to West and connects to the Northern corridor via the AKK Pipeline, unlocking over 500 million scf/day of domestic gas.

He explained that the AKK will supply power plants, fertiliser companies, manufacturing, and new industries across Kaduna, Kano, and beyond—driving job creation, economic diversification, energy access, and West African exports.

Ojulari summed up the success of the project as “BIG ENERGY.”