TotalEnergies Unveils Ubeta Gas Initiative for Nigeria's LNG Liquefaction Facility

TotalEnergies, operating with a 40% stake in the OML 58 onshore license in Nigeria, has partnered with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Ltd (NNPCL), which holds a 60% interest, to authorize the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Ubeta gas field development.

Situated approximately 80 km northwest of Port Harcourt in Rivers State, the OML 58 license encompasses two operational fields: the Obagi oil field and the Ibewa gas and condensate field. Natural Gas extracted from OML 58 undergoes processing at the Obite treatment center before being distributed to both the Nigerian domestic gas market and the Nigeria LNG (NLNG) plant.

Additionally situated within OML58, the Ubeta gas condensate field is set to undergo development through a new 6-well cluster linked to the existing Obite facilities via an 11 km buried pipeline. Production is scheduled to start in 2027, reaching a peak output of 300 million cubic feet per day (equivalent to around 70,000 barrels of oil per day, including condensates). Gas extracted from Ubeta will be supplied to NLNG, a liquefaction plant located on Bonny Island, which is currently expanding its capacity from 22 to 30 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa). TotalEnergies maintains a 15% interest in NLNG.

Ubeta represents a cost-effective and environmentally friendly project, capitalizing on the existing gas processing infrastructure within OML58. The project's carbon footprint will be minimized with the addition of a 5 MW solar plant currently being built at the Obite site and the electrification of the drilling rig. TotalEnergies collaborates closely with NNPCL to bolster local participation, aiming for over 90% of man-hours to be executed locally.

"Ubeta marks the continuation of TotalEnergies' series of projects in Nigeria, including the recent Ikike and Akpo West developments. We are delighted to launch this new gas project, supported by the government's incentives for non-associated gas ventures. Ubeta aligns seamlessly with our strategy of developing cost-effective, environmentally responsible projects and will bolster the Nigerian economy by increasing NLNG exports," stated Mike Sangster, Senior Vice President Africa, Exploration & Production at TotalEnergies.

TotalEnergies has maintained a presence in Nigeria for over six decades, employing over 1,800 individuals across various business sectors today. Nigeria stands as a significant contributor to TotalEnergies' hydrocarbon production, achieving 219,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2023. Additionally, TotalEnergies manages an extensive distribution network encompassing approximately 540 service stations nationwide. Throughout its operations, TotalEnergies prioritizes socio-economic development in the country and remains dedicated to collaborating closely with local communities.

TotalEnergies is a leading global energy company engaged in the production and distribution of oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, as well as renewables and electricity. With a workforce exceeding 100,000 employees, Company  are dedicated to delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions to communities worldwide. TotalEnergies operates in about 120 countries worldwide, embedding sustainability into its fundamental strategy, projects, and everyday operations.