FG Unveils Plan to Produce Four Million Tonnes of Green Ammonia Annually by 2060
The Federal Government has announced an ambitious plan to produce over four million tonnes of green ammonia annually by 2060, as part of Nigeria’s broader energy transition strategy and push to expand local fertiliser production.
The announcement was made during the Nigeria for Hydrogen (Nigeria4H2) Stakeholders’ Workshop held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
The event brought together senior government officials, development partners, academics, and industry experts to assess Nigeria’s prospects in green hydrogen development.
Vice President Kashim Shettima, represented by his Special Adviser on Economic Affairs, Tope Fasua, emphasised the potential of green hydrogen to reshape Nigeria’s economy and energy landscape. He described the Nigeria4H2 Project as a “strategic and decisive” move to respond to global climate imperatives, while simultaneously fostering economic resilience.
“The Nigeria4H2 Project represents our firm commitment to a future where energy security and environmental sustainability go hand in hand. It is designed to unlock Nigeria’s vast potential in green hydrogen — a clean, versatile, and abundant energy source capable of transforming our economy,” he said.
Shettima highlighted that the country’s abundance of solar and wind resources makes it well-positioned to produce the renewable energy needed for green hydrogen.
He noted that while initial capital investment may be challenging, the long-term economic benefits are enormous.
“By establishing Nigeria as a major green hydrogen producer and exporter, we can diversify our revenue base, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and attract significant foreign direct investment,” he added. “This endeavour calls for collective foresight, collaboration, and innovation across all sectors.”
The Nigeria4H2 project, led by the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) in partnership with Nigerian universities and the German government, focuses on leveraging green hydrogen to produce green ammonia — a cleaner alternative to traditional nitrogen-based fertilisers.
WASCAL Executive Director, Prof. Emmanuel Ramde, stated that Nigeria could generate over four million tonnes of green ammonia annually by 2060, under three future-oriented production scenarios.
He said these projections could position the country to meet domestic fertiliser demand and become a global player in the emerging green economy.
“With the right investments, strong regulatory frameworks, and the necessary infrastructure, Nigeria can reduce its dependence on imported fertilisers, support local farmers, and create thousands of green jobs,” Ramde said.
He pointed out that Nigeria’s favourable solar and wind conditions, water reserves, and youthful population give it a competitive edge in the global green hydrogen market.
The study also recommended the development of a national green hydrogen strategy, investment in renewable infrastructure, domestic electrolyser production, and the integration of green ammonia into the country’s fertiliser policies.
In a keynote address, the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, represented by Ibrahim Sulu, announced the drafting of a National Hydrogen Policy and Strategy aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
“Hydrogen has been part of Nigeria’s energy policy since 2003. Now, with a clear strategy, we aim to decarbonise industries, secure energy supply, and attract private investment,” Sulu said. He revealed that the implementation of the policy will begin between 2026 and 2028, featuring pilot projects such as a 50MW green hydrogen plant at Kano Solar Park, hybrid rural microgrids, and carbon capture systems.
By 2035, Nigeria aims to attract $5 billion in private investment, generate $10 billion annually in hydrogen exports, and create 500,000 new jobs.
Sulu also announced plans to establish a National Hydrogen Council, chaired by the Vice President, with two subcommittees focused on domestic applications and exports.
“Hydrogen could help reduce industrial CO₂ emissions by 20% by 2030,” Sulu said, calling for collaboration on technology transfer, policy development, and projects like hydrogen-powered trucks and BRT buses in Lagos.
Vice President Shettima closed by urging the private sector and academic institutions to actively participate in building local capacity and driving innovation in the hydrogen economy.
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“This is not a government task alone,” he said. “It will require the collective intelligence, investment, and resolve of all stakeholders. Let us come together to realise Nigeria’s green hydrogen potential and secure a prosperous, low-carbon future for all.”
