Abstract
Generally, energy is important for all three pilars of sustainable development: social, economic, and environmental well-being. The article examined the topic; “An Appraisal on Natural Gas transition for Efficient Energy Security in Nigeria”. The research methodology adopted is the doctrinal research method. The aim of the article is to consider the challenges and prospects of natural gas transition to ensure efficient energy security in Nigeria. The objectives of the article include; the discussion of conceptual clarification of terms such as natural gas, energy transition, fossil fuel, and energy security; the examination of the national and international legal framework for natural gas; analyze the concept of natural gas as a substitute for petroleum to ensure efficient energy security; give comparative analysis of natural gas and other renewable energy transition measures available in jurisdictions like Norway. The article found that a transition to natural gas by Nigeria could be a veritable tool to solve the recurring challenges of Petroleum commercialization; the article further found that the Nigerian oil and gas laws are plagued with the challenge of adequate implementation that engender efficient energy security; the article also found that there is need for more legal reforms in the Nigerian Petroleum Industry to reflect Nigeria’s attitude towards embracing natural gas as a substitute or transition fuel. The article gave a concise conclusion on the need for Nigeria to adopt the consideration of natural gas as the transition fuel for a more viable economy which will essentially promote efficient energy security. The article among others gave practicable recommendations on more enlightened ways Nigeria can embrace natural gas transition as a vital tool for economic growth and development in Nigeria through adopting a legal framework that draws on international best practices and energy laws of other nations.
Wopara, Confidence Oroma, pp 171 – 18
