Nigeria, Jan. 31 -- The Nigerian government on Thursday performed the groundbreaking ceremony of five Mini-Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) plants in Ajaokuta, Kogi State.

The five Mini LNG plants include PRIME LNG, NGML/Gasnexus LNG, BUA LNG, Highland LNG, and LNG Arete.

According to NNPC Ltd, the project aims to deliver a cost-effective, long-term, dedicated, secure and reliable natural gas solution to industrial and commercial customers.

It said with its strategic central location in Ajaokuta and proximity to the northern market, the project will serve stranded industrial and commercial customers, adding that the gas from the project will provide suitable alternatives for customers using diesel and similar fuels as well as provide comple...