Mr Ekpo called for enhanced partnerships with international institutions.
The federal government says Nigeria aims to reach 10 billion standard cubic feet per day of gas production by 2030.
Mr Ekpo said Africa’s vast gas resources presented the most immediate and inclusive pathway to economic diversification.
He said the domestic gas market remained constrained by pricing opacity.
He added that increased gas supply would also boost power generation.
Ms John said she resorted to using charcoal as an alternative whenever the price of cooking gas increased.
Foreign affairs minister Yusuf Tuggar has affirmed Nigeria’s important role in global gas exports and energy stability.
He appealed to Nigerians to remain calm.
Bayo Ojulari disclosed this while addressing a global audience from 150 countries at the opening of the Gastech Exhibition and Conference in Milan, Italy.
He said Nigeria was poised to deliver clean and sustainable energy solutions not just in-country but also across Africa and beyond.
