Chinese Firm Supports Nigeria’s $20bn Ogidigben Gas Project

China National Chemical Engineering International Corporation Ltd (CNCEC) has announced its commitment to support Nigeria’s ambitious $20 billion Ogidigben Gas Project in Delta State, marking a significant milestone in the bilateral economic ties between the two nations.

Li Zhenyi, President of CNCEC, revealed the company’s readiness to engage in the project through restructured funding and strategic partnerships with Nigerian stakeholders.

His remarks came during a high-level meeting with the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) delegation in Beijing, led by its Director-General, Joseph Tegbe.

“Our company is devoted to contributing to Nigeria’s industrialisation and economic growth,” Zhenyi affirmed, reiterating CNCEC’s broader commitment to supporting Nigerian President Bola Tinubu’s vision for national development.

The visit by the NCSP delegation aligns with the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) framework, which aims to enhance investment, infrastructure development, and strategic partnerships across Africa.