Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) says it is stepping up its investments in deepwater and gas operations across the country as part of its long-term commitment to Nigeria’s energy sector.
The company made this known during a recent visit by the Executive Vice President, Upstream, of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Udobong Ntia, to its Escravos operational base in Delta State. The visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration between both organizations and reviewing ongoing projects.
Welcoming the NNPCL delegation, Chevron’s Director of Operations and Chief Operating Officer, Segun Kuteyi, emphasized the company’s six-decade presence in Nigeria and its role as one of the nation’s leading energy producers.
Kuteyi highlighted Chevron’s broad portfolio, which includes exploration, production, gas development, and major offshore assets such as the Agbami Field—one of Nigeria’s largest deepwater discoveries. He noted that Chevron remains focused on delivering affordable, reliable, and cleaner energy solutions while maintaining integrity and sustainability in its operations.
During the engagement, the visiting NNPCL team received updates on Chevron’s integrated operations, covering both onshore and offshore assets. The presentations showcased the Escravos Gas Plant and the Escravos Gas-to-Liquids facility—one of only a few of its kind in the world—along with progress in asset integrity, safety, and cost efficiency.
Ntia commended Chevron for its continued partnership with host communities and for sustaining its operations despite industry challenges that have forced other international firms to scale down. He also lauded Chevron’s innovative use of technology, including Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for infrastructure monitoring, and urged further cooperation to advance Nigeria’s energy goals.
Kuteyi reaffirmed Chevron’s alignment with the Federal Government’s Decade of Gas initiative, adding that the company continues to invest in gas utilization projects, reduce routine flaring, and promote local content. According to him, nearly all fabrication work for Chevron’s Nigerian projects—about 99.9 percent—is now carried out domestically.
The visit concluded with a facility tour of Chevron’s Integrated Operations Centre, tank farm, and gas installations. Both parties expressed optimism about the future of Nigeria’s oil and gas sector and reiterated their commitment to developing the country’s energy potential in a sustainable and mutually beneficial way.
