Nigeria's Oil Firms Flaring 203.9 Billion Scf of Gas in 2025 Despite High Utilization Rates
NATURAL GAS
In 2025, Nigeria's oil firms flared 203.9 billion standard cubic feet (scf) of natural gas, despite achieving over 92% gas utilization, according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. Total gas production reached approximately 2.71 trillion scf, with flaring representing 7.54% of production, an increase from the previous year. Infrastructure gaps limited the utilization of Associated Gas, contributing to higher flaring rates.

Feb 1, 2026, 5:23 PM