Accugas Limited has begun the development of a $225 million (N35.78 billion) project designed to increase the supply of gas to two power plants in Nigeria, to boost power supply in the country.

Part one and two of this article examined the regulatory framework of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB), and the importance of independent industry regulation.

The Lagos State Government has asked for Britain’s assistance to help it develop its energy sector, notably, power and solid minerals.

Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), has urged the Federal Government to muster the necessary will to tackle oil theft and pipeline vandalism head on.

West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAGPCo), operator of the West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP) system has attributed its deliberate flaring of gas for a period of 20 days, between February 6 and 25, in Ajido, Badagry area of Lagos State to loss of pressure in its pipeline.

Four months after the expiration of the deadline for the compliance of a new marine safety regulation, investigations have revealed that only five companies operating in the industry have fully embraced the new regulation, which expired on January 1, 2013.

The West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo), operator of the West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP) system, said it is set to recommence operations after a prolonged shut down, sequel to a loss of pressure in its pipeline around Lome in Togo six months ago.

The spate of ‘crazy bills’ and illegal disconnections imposed by officials of Power Holding Company of Nigeria, PHCN, in the country has developed a new twist as some communities in Lagos have fashioned out ways to address the menace.

Part one of this article reviewed the regulatory framework of the PIB, noting the need for a robust industry regulation as a catalyst for success.

Global Power leader, Cummins Inc said that it has invested in a joint venture in Nigeria to design, construct, operate as well as maintain gas-fuelled power plants.