August 18, 2025 — WAGL Energy Limited, the joint venture between Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) and Sahara Group, has expanded its liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) fleet capacity beyond 160,000 cubic meters, marking a major milestone in Nigeria’s energy transition efforts.
The expansion follows the acquisition and deployment of new vessels designed to strengthen the country’s capacity for LPG transportation and distribution. WAGL Energy said the move reflects its long-term commitment to deepening domestic gas supply chains and positioning Nigeria as a leading hub for LPG trading across Africa.
Officials highlighted that the development aligns with the Federal Government’s “Decade of Gas” initiative, which seeks to promote cleaner fuels, create jobs, and reduce reliance on firewood, biomass, and kerosene for household cooking. The increased fleet capacity, they noted, is expected to ease logistics bottlenecks, improve affordability, and expand access to LPG for millions of Nigerian households and industries.
Since its establishment, WAGL Energy has focused on closing gaps in Africa’s energy infrastructure, and the latest fleet expansion represents another strategic step toward energy security, emissions reduction, and sustainable economic growth.