TotalEnergies Commits to Nigeria's Energy Goals with Ubeta Gas Field Project

Strategic Insights -

TotalEnergies' Ubeta gas field project, located in the OML 58 onshore license in Nigeria, is poised to deliver a significant contribution to the country's gas development ambitions. Set to produce around 70,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, the project is a major milestone for Nigeria's energy sector. Country Chair of TotalEnergies in Nigeria, Matthieu Bouyer, expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and NNPC Limited for their continued support, acknowledging the company's progress in Nigeria's energy landscape.

Key Takeaways:

  • TotalEnergies' Ubeta gas field project in Nigeria is expected to produce around 70,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, contributing significantly to the country's gas development ambitions.
  • The project is currently in its execution phase, with first gas/commissioning expected by 2027.
  • TotalEnergies has expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and NNPC Limited for their continued support.
  • The company is committed to a cleaner operation approach, using advanced technology such as drone-based AUSEA to detect methane leaks.
  • TotalEnergies has a growing renewable energy footprint in Nigeria, with a focus on sustainability.
  • The company is actively involved in the domestic gas market, particularly through its stake in NLNG Train 7.

Statistics:

  • 70,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day: expected production from the Ubeta gas field project.
  • 2027: expected year for first gas/commissioning of the Ubeta gas field project.
  • 2026: expected year for the Final Investment Decision (FID) for TotalEnergies' IMA field.
  • 15 km: distance of the IMA field from the southeast coast of Nigeria.
  • 70,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day: estimated production from the IMA field.

Sources:

  • Matthieu Bouyer, Country Chair of TotalEnergies in Nigeria, noted the 70,000 bpd from Ubeta as a major milestone. (Source: NOG Energy Week 2025)
  • Bouyer spoke during a high-level panel session titled 'Pragmatically Achieving Energy Abundance' at the NOG Energy Week 2025. (Source: NOG Energy Week 2025)
  • TotalEnergies IMA field is located within the OML 112 and 117 under the AMNI/TEPNG Joint Venture. (Source: TotalEnergies Official Statement)
  • NNPC Limited and TotalEnergies are partnering on drone-based AUSEA technology for methane leak detection. (Source: TotalEnergies Official Statement)