Lagos – The U. S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), has signed an
agreement with Oando Gas and Power Ltd., worth 494, 000 dollars for the
distribution of clean energy in Nigeria.
A statement issued by the U.S. Embassy in Lagos, which was made
available on Friday said that the agreement was signed by the Consul
General, Mr Jeffrey Hawkins, and Chief Executive Officer, Oando, Mr
Mobolaji Osunsanya.
The statement, said that the grant would be used to carry out
feasibility study to evaluate viability of developing large-scale
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) refueling infrastructure in Lagos State.
“The new infrastructure would include the construction of numerous
refueling stations across the state, as well as vehicle maintenance and
repair facilities.
“The study will also provide an analysis of policy and regulatory issues surrounding development, “ the statement said.
The statement stressed that when completed, it would play a critical
role in Nigeria government’s effort of creating domestic market for
natural gas.
It added that the project would also strengthen business relationships between the two countries.
The statement said that interested U.S. firms should check the
Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) website, and submit their
proposals. (NAN)
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