18/07/2026
๐ CRIFOSEC CLIMATE SECURITY FACT #014
Gas Flaring Is Harming Our Future
Nigeria is one of the world's leading oil and gas producers, yet gas flaring continues to threaten our environment, public health, and national security. Every day, millions of cubic metres of natural gas that could be harnessed for electricity generation, industrial development, and economic growth are instead burned into the atmosphere.
Gas flaring releases harmful greenhouse gases and toxic pollutants that contribute to climate change, poor air quality, acid rain, and environmental degradation. Communities living near gas flare sites often experience increased cases of respiratory illnesses, eye and skin irritation, reduced agricultural productivity, contaminated water sources, and loss of biodiversity.
The consequences go beyond environmental damage. When farmlands become less productive, livelihoods are threatened. When communities feel neglected because of environmental pollution, tensions can increase. Climate change, environmental degradation, and economic hardship can together create conditions that undermine peace, stability, and national security.
Ending routine gas flaring is not only an environmental responsibility but also an economic and security priority. Capturing and utilizing natural gas can provide cleaner energy, create jobs, reduce emissions, and improve the quality of life for millions of Nigerians.
What Can We Do?
๐ Enforce environmental laws and ensure compliance by oil and gas companies.
๐ฅ Invest in technologies that capture and utilize natural gas instead of flaring it.
๐ฑ Promote cleaner energy and sustainable industrial practices.
๐๏ธ Protect host communities through continuous environmental monitoring and impact assessments.
๐ค Strengthen partnerships between government, industry, communities, and environmental stakeholders.
At Crifosec Nigeria Limited, we believe that protecting the environment is essential to protecting lives, livelihoods, and national security. A cleaner environment leads to healthier communities, stronger economies, and a more secure Nigeria.
End Gas Flaring. Protect Our Climate. Secure Our Future.
CRIFOSEC NIGERIA LIMITED
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