Recognising leadership, national development and a commitment to service beyond theThe role of natural gas in strengthening Nigeria’s electricity supply and driving economic growth took centre stage at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Power Conference 2026, where the Group Chief Executive Officer of Fenchurch Group, Mr. Olufemi Bakare, called for greater collaboration, infrastructure investment and accountability across the power sector. Speaking in his capacity as Chairman of the LCCI Power Sector Group, Mr. Bakare highlighted the importance of harnessing Nigeria’s vast natural gas resources to improve electricity generation, strengthen energy security and support sustainable economic development.

Unlocking Nigeria’s Gas-to-Power Potential

With significant natural gas resources, Nigeria has considerable potential to expand electricity generation and improve power supply through effective gas-to-power infrastructure.

Natural gas remains a critical component of the country’s energy mix, offering opportunities to deliver more reliable electricity, accelerate industrialisation and improve the competitiveness of Nigerian businesses.

However, translating this potential into measurable progress requires more than available resources. It demands strategic investment, modern infrastructure, effective regulation and stronger collaboration across the entire energy value chain.

Infrastructure, Investment and Collaboration Are Key

A central message from Mr. Bakare’s address was that Nigeria’s electricity reforms must translate into tangible improvements in power delivery.

Achieving this requires coordinated efforts from government institutions, energy investors, gas suppliers, power generation companies and distribution operators.

Greater accountability, commercially sustainable arrangements and investment in critical infrastructure are equally important to building a power sector capable of meeting the country’s growing energy demands.

For businesses and industries, reliable electricity is not simply an operational necessity; it is fundamental to productivity, expansion, job creation and long-term economic competitiveness.

Fenchurch Group’s Commitment to Sustainable Infrastructure

At Fenchurch Group, we recognise that reliable energy infrastructure is fundamental to national development and economic transformation.

Through our involvement in the energy and infrastructure sectors, we remain committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen power generation, improve energy reliability and create sustainable solutions for businesses and communities.

The conversations at the LCCI Power Conference 2026 reinforce the importance of turning Nigeria’s energy potential into practical outcomes through investment, collaboration and responsible leadership.

Building Infrastructure. Enabling Progress. Creating Lasting Impact.