Yemisi Izuora
Portland Gas Limited has secured licence to establish a state-of-the-art Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion and refilling center in the Onne Free Trade Zone, Port Harcourt.
This licence further increases the acceleration of Nigeria’s transition to cleaner energy, following the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority to grant a Free Zone Enterprise Licence to the gas firm.
Speaking after receiving operational licence, Founder and CEO of Portland Gas Limited, Mr Folajimi Mohammed said bold initiative, achieved in conjunction with the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority, is poised to deepen CNG compliance nationwide and aligns seamlessly with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visionary drive to implement widespread CNG adoption.
Mohammed emphasized the importance of deepening CNG compliance in the country. “This project is not just about setting up a facility; it’s about securing a cleaner and healthier future for Nigeria. We are proud to contribute to this national priority and look forward to the official commissioning.”
He said the move is a significant step towards reducing Nigeria’s dependence on petrol and diesel while promoting cleaner energy alternatives.
He added that the Onne Free Trade Zone, which is a strategic hub for industrial activity, offers an ideal location for the transformative project.
Mohammed said the facility is expected to create numerous jobs, attract investments, and serve as an expansion of the infrastructure and services the company has already established in Abuja and Lagos.
Also speaking, MD/CEO of the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority, Mr Bamanga Jada, hailed the development as a movement in the right direction towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
He further stated that “The shift of our Oil and Gas Zone into a CNG compliant region not only aligns with global energy trends but also propels us toward a sustainable and economically vibrant future