A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING TECHNIQUES IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION

Umar Adeyemi Adekola; Abdullahi SB Gimba; Ayuba Salihu; Khaleel Jakada; Ikechukwu Okafor; Petrus Nzerem; Joseph Chior; Oghenerume Ogolo; Khadija S Ibrahim

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A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING TECHNIQUES IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION

Umar Adeyemi Adekola, Abdullahi Sb Gimba, Ayuba Salihu, Khaleel Jakada, Ikechukwu Okafor, Petrus Nzerem, Joseph Chior, Oghenerume Ogolo, Khadija S Ibrahim.

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Shale gas has emerged as a significant source of natural gas due to advancements in hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling technologies. This extraction method has facilitated drilling and production activities in regions previously untouched by oil and gas development. Hydraulic fracturing, a well-stimulation technique suitable for low and moderate-permeability reservoirs, relies on the successful drilling of horizontal wells and the creation of multiple hydraulic fractures to ensure economic viability. While shale gas presents significant energy production opportunities, concerns have been raised regarding its environmental impact. To mitigate these risks and determine the most effective approach for shale gas extraction, alternative fracturing technologies are being investigated. Notably, a considerable number of perforation clusters in shale gas horizontal wells do not contribute to production, highlighting the potential for refracturing. Therefore, a comprehensive analysis is required to evaluate the performance of hydraulic fracturing and alternative fracturing technologies in shale gas wells, considering factors such as cost-effectiveness, environmental impact, and gas extraction efficiency. This article aims to evaluate the hydraulic fracturing technology's capability to enhance gas recovery in shale gas formations as well as its environmental implications. The focus of this research is primarily on the hydraulic fracturing technique employed in shale gas development, its production capability, and associated environmental concerns. Through a systematic evaluation, this study provided valuable insights into the potential of hydraulic fracturing in maximizing gas recovery while addressing environmental challenges in shale gas formations.

Key words: shale gas, hydraulic fracturing, fracturing technology, horizontal drilling, production enhancement.

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Adekola UA, Gimba AS, Salihu A, Jakada K, Okafor I, Nzerem P, Chior J, Ogolo O, Ibrahim KS. A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING TECHNIQUES IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION. NJEAS. 2023; 1(1): 0-0. doi:10.5455/NJEAS.160234

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Adekola UA, Gimba AS, Salihu A, Jakada K, Okafor I, Nzerem P, Chior J, Ogolo O, Ibrahim KS. A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING TECHNIQUES IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION. https://www.nilejeas.com/?mno=160234 [Access: June 26, 2026]. doi:10.5455/NJEAS.160234

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Adekola UA, Gimba AS, Salihu A, Jakada K, Okafor I, Nzerem P, Chior J, Ogolo O, Ibrahim KS. A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING TECHNIQUES IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION. NJEAS. 2023; 1(1): 0-0. doi:10.5455/NJEAS.160234

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Adekola UA, Gimba AS, Salihu A, Jakada K, Okafor I, Nzerem P, Chior J, Ogolo O, Ibrahim KS. A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING TECHNIQUES IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION. NJEAS. (2023), [cited June 26, 2026]; 1(1): 0-0. doi:10.5455/NJEAS.160234

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Adekola, U. A., Gimba, . A. S., Salihu, . A., Jakada, . K., Okafor, . I., Nzerem, . P., Chior, . J., Ogolo, . O. & Ibrahim, . K. S. (2023) A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING TECHNIQUES IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION. NJEAS, 1 (1), 0-0. doi:10.5455/NJEAS.160234

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Adekola, Umar Adeyemi, Abdullahi Sb Gimba, Ayuba Salihu, Khaleel Jakada, Ikechukwu Okafor, Petrus Nzerem, Joseph Chior, Oghenerume Ogolo, and Khadija S Ibrahim. 2023. A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING TECHNIQUES IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION. Nile Journal of Engineering and Applied Science, 1 (1), 0-0. doi:10.5455/NJEAS.160234

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Adekola, Umar Adeyemi, Abdullahi Sb Gimba, Ayuba Salihu, Khaleel Jakada, Ikechukwu Okafor, Petrus Nzerem, Joseph Chior, Oghenerume Ogolo, and Khadija S Ibrahim. "A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING TECHNIQUES IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION." Nile Journal of Engineering and Applied Science 1 (2023), 0-0. doi:10.5455/NJEAS.160234

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