Nigeria has achieved a significant energy milestone, as gas flaring fell to 7.16 percent in July 2025, even as daily natural gas production rose to 7.59 billion standard cubic feet per day (BSCFD).
This development was disclosed in a statement released on Saturday by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).
According to the Commission, the figures represent one of the country’s lowest flare levels in recent history, marking progress in the dual pursuit of increasing energy output while reducing environmental impact.
“The simultaneous growth in output and decline in flaring underscores the Commission’s drive to boost production while advancing its 2030 zero-flare commitment,” the NUPRC noted.
Gas flaring, the practice of burning off excess natural gas during oil extraction, has long been a challenge in Nigeria’s petroleum sector. It contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and economic losses, as flared gas could otherwise be harnessed for power generation or industrial use.
Industry experts believe that the July 2025 data reflects the growing effectiveness of the NUPRC’s monitoring and compliance framework, alongside new investments in gas processing and utilization infrastructure.
Nigeria’s gas sector has been receiving renewed attention under ongoing reforms, as the country positions itself as a reliable supplier in both domestic and export markets. With global demand for cleaner fuels rising, officials say cutting flaring not only protects the environment but also enhances Nigeria’s competitiveness.
The Commission reaffirmed that it remains committed to enforcing stricter penalties for violations, incentivizing investments in gas capture technologies, and ensuring steady progress toward the national target of ending routine flaring by 2030.
