Across Africa, one of the most practical shifts happening in the energy sector today is the steady expansion of compressed natural gas (CNG) as a cleaner, more affordable alternative for transport, industries, and commercial operations. At the center of this transition is Tetracore Energy Group (TEG), led by Africa’s Energy Tycoon and Energy Expert, President and CEO Dr. Olakunle Williams.
Rather than treating gas as just another commodity, Tetracore is building a full distribution system designed to make energy access easier, more reliable, and economically meaningful for businesses and communities across Nigeria and beyond.
A major step in that journey is the commissioning of a newly completed 60,000 Standard Cubic Metres per Day (SCMD) Auto CNG facility in Ogere, Ogun State, delivered through its subsidiary Tetracore CNG Solutions Limited.
Expanding Nigeria’s Auto CNG Network
The Ogere facility represents more than a single fueling station. It is part of a growing national effort to develop CNG infrastructure that supports mass transportation, logistics fleets, manufacturers, and industrial clusters.
Strategically positioned along the busy Lagos–Ibadan industrial corridor, the station is designed to serve one of Nigeria’s most active commercial routes, providing access to cleaner fuel for trucks, buses, transit operators, and businesses operating across Ogun State and neighboring regions.
With an installed capacity of 60,000 SCMD, the facility can fuel over 100 vehicles daily, improving availability and convenience for the expanding number of CNG-powered commercial vehicles on Nigerian roads.
This is especially important at a time when transport operators and industries are seeking alternatives that reduce costs while supporting Nigeria’s broader clean energy and emissions reduction goals.
Understanding the CNG System and Why It Matters
Compressed natural gas systems work by taking natural gas, compressing it into high-pressure storage, and distributing it efficiently for vehicle refueling and industrial use.
What makes this model increasingly important is its ability to deliver three key advantages:
Lower fuel costs for transport and logistics operators
Cleaner emissions compared to conventional fuels
Stronger domestic energy utilization using Nigeria’s own gas reserves
The Ogere plant reflects this approach, aligning directly with the Federal Government of Nigeria’s gas adoption agenda and supporting the national drive to reduce dependence on imported or high-cost conventional fuels.
Speaking during the commissioning, Tetracore described the facility as a catalyst for economic growth, noting that it is designed to strengthen mobility, productivity, and long-term energy security.
Community Impact and Local Opportunity
The commissioning ceremony brought together traditional rulers, community stakeholders, industry partners, and invited guests, highlighting the importance of local participation in energy development.
The Ologere of Ogere, Oba James Obafemi Saliu, welcomed the investment, describing it as a meaningful step for the town’s future.
Community leaders also emphasized that beyond energy access, the facility will generate employment and stimulate local business activity.
The project is expected to create:
Dozens of direct operational and technical jobs
Over 100 indirect roles across logistics, maintenance, supply chains, and services
For Ogere, the facility represents both infrastructure and opportunity.
Built for Safety, Reliability, and Long-Term Service
Tetracore’s Auto CNG facilities are designed with safety and operational excellence as core priorities.
The Ogere station incorporates:
Advanced gas detection and monitoring systems
Automated emergency shutdown mechanisms
Fire suppression infrastructure
High-pressure protection systems
Operations are handled by trained personnel in compliance with national and international safety standards, ensuring secure and reliable service for customers and staff.
Part of a Bigger CNG Vision Across Africa
The Ogere commissioning is one piece of a much broader expansion strategy.
Tetracore is scaling its midstream and downstream gas distribution network across:
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)
Piped Natural Gas (PNG)
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
Gas-based industrial solutions
This national growth is also connected to Tetracore’s increasing regional footprint.
In January, the Group achieved another milestone with the commissioning of Ghana’s first industrial-scale CNG facility in Tema, delivered through Tetracore Gas Ghana Limited.
That project introduced Ghana’s first virtual gas pipeline network, featuring:
A 5.1 million scf/day CNG mother station
A 10 million scf/day pressure regulation and metering station
Modern compression and distribution systems
Together, these developments show a deliberate effort to build cross-border gas infrastructure that strengthens cleaner energy access throughout West Africa.
While CNG expansion remains central, Tetracore is also moving further into industrial manufacturing and gas conversion.
These projects reflect a shift from gas supply into value-added industrial production, supporting agriculture, reducing imports, and creating export opportunities.
Dr. Olakunle Williams: Driving the Momentum
Behind this growing platform is Dr. Olakunle Williams, widely recognized as Africa’s Energy Tycoon and Energy Expert, and President/CEO of Tetracore Energy Group.
With over sixteen years of experience across the energy value chain, Dr. Williams has guided Tetracore into becoming one of Nigeria’s leading gas traders, supporting over 90 million standard cubic feet per day for industrial clusters.
His leadership has also enabled the company’s expansion beyond Nigeria into Ghana and Central Africa, positioning Tetracore as a continental player in clean gas infrastructure development.
The commissioning of the Ogere Auto CNG facility is not an isolated achievement. It is part of a growing network that reflects Tetracore’s long-term mission: expanding cleaner fuel access, strengthening industrial growth, and supporting economic development across Africa.
From Ogere to Tema, and from transport systems to industrial manufacturing, Tetracore Energy Group is proving that Africa’s energy future can be built through practical infrastructure, regional collaboration, and strong local execution.
At the center of this progress stands Dr. Olakunle Williams, Africa’s Energy Tycoon and Expert, leading a company that is not only expanding CNG systems — but redefining energy accessibility and prosperity across the continent.
