Lagos, Nigeria — July 26, 2026 In a significant development for Africa’s energy landscape, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has endorsed the $25 billion Nigeria-Morocco Atlantic Gas Pipeline project.
The landmark agreement, signed on Sunday, July 20, 2026, in Sierra Leone, marks a critical political milestone for this ambitious infrastructure project.
The pipeline, set to span approximately 6,800 kilometers along Africa’s Atlantic coastline, is poised to begin construction in 2028. It is designed to transport up to 30 billion cubic meters (bcm) of natural gas annually, with around 15 bcm destined for Morocco and subsequent supply to European markets.
The agreement’s signing is a testament to the growing cooperation between African nations and their aspirations to leverage natural resources for regional development. Nigeria, Africa’s largest gas producer, will serve as the primary source of the natural gas that will flow through the pipeline.
The project is expected to provide sustainable energy to countries along its route, supporting electrification and industrial development, particularly in energy — intensive sectors such as mining. It also represents a shift from the current model of gas extraction in Africa, which often sees refined products returned at a higher cost.
The pipeline’s completion is anticipated to create new opportunities for economic growth and energy security in West Africa, contributing to the broader objectives of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, which aims to integrate the continent economically and socially.
As construction of the pipeline draws closer, the eyes of the continent are on ECOWAS and its member states to ensure that the project meets its ambitious goals.
The Nigeria — Morocco Atlantic Gas Pipeline could become a symbol of Africa’s commitment to sustainable development and regional integration.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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This original article was produced by the ImNews editorial team
Source: rfi
Source: Alison Hird with RFI
