The Nigeria-Europe gas pipeline, also known as the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, is a proposed 4,400 km infrastructure project designed to transport natural gas from Nigeria to Europe via Niger and Algeria. As of June 2026, the project remains in the planning phase, with feasibility studies and preliminary agreements in place. The pipeline would have a capacity of 30 billion cubic meters per year, potentially covering a significant portion of Europe's gas demand.
Geopolitically, the pipeline is seen as a strategic alternative to Russian gas supplies, especially after the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. The European Union has actively sought to diversify its energy sources, and the Nigeria-Europe pipeline aligns with this goal. However, the project faces challenges including security risks in the Sahel region, financing hurdles, and competition from other gas exporters like Qatar and the United States.
For Nigeria, the pipeline offers a way to monetize its vast natural gas reserves, which are among the largest in Africa. The project could boost Nigeria's economy and reduce gas flaring, but it requires significant investment—estimated at $13 billion—and political stability in transit countries. As of 2026, no final investment decision has been made, and construction has not started.
