TotalEnergies, AMNI take FID on IMA gas field offshore – News Agency of Nigeria
TotalEnergies and AMNI have taken a final investment decision on the IMA Gas Development Project offshore Nigeria, targeting 350MMcfd production. The $600M project, with first gas expected by 2028, aims to supply Nigeria LNG's Train Seven expansion. It is designed as a low-cost, low-emissions development with strong Nigerian content.
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The 30-second read
Why it matters
The announcement adds a new long‑term gas asset to TotalEnergies' portfolio, likely improving future earnings and supporting its integrated gas strategy.
Market read
The FID represents a sizable upstream investment that could influence TotalEnergies' gas production outlook and sector sentiment toward African gas projects.
What to watch
Potential regulatory or community delays in Nigeria could postpone first gas and affect timing of cash flows.
Background
TotalEnergies EP Nigeria and AMNI International Petroleum Development Company Ltd. signed the FID for the IMA offshore gas field, targeting 350 MMcfd and a $600M investment.
Market effects
Strengthens the global gas supply outlook and may benefit other gas producers and LNG exporters.
Supports Nigeria's energy sector and could improve sentiment toward African upstream assets.
Adds to overall upstream gas capacity growth, modestly influencing global gas price expectations.
Counterpoint
If project costs overrun or financing stalls, the investment could become a drag on TOT's margins.
Key entities
- companyTotalEnergies EP Nigeria
Operator with 40% interest in the IMA project.
- companyAMNI International Petroleum Development Company Ltd.
Partner with 60% interest in the IMA project.





