The Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline (NMGP), a proposed 5,600-kilometer offshore pipeline, remains in the planning stages as of early 2026, facing significant delays and funding challenges. Initially conceived to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially onward to Europe, the project is designed to pass through 13 West African countries, aiming to boost regional energy access and economic integration.
Recent reports indicate that the project's timeline has been pushed back. A final investment decision, once anticipated for 2024, is now not expected before 2025 at the earliest, with construction likely taking several years to complete. The estimated cost of the massive infrastructure project has ballooned to approximately $25 billion, raising questions about its financial viability and the commitment of international partners.
A key hurdle is securing the necessary funding. While memoranda of understanding have been signed between the national oil companies of Nigeria (NNPC) and Morocco (ONHYM), along with other regional entities, concrete financing agreements are still pending. The project's proponents argue it would enhance energy security for West Africa and provide Europe with a new gas supplier, but critics point to the long timeline, geopolitical complexities, and the global shift toward renewable energy as major obstacles.
