The United States has sold $500 million worth of Venezuelan oil, marking a major step in accessing reserves. President Trump promises $100 billion for energy sector rebuild, despite industry doubts. Read full details.
The Federal Government warns it may revoke licenses for undeveloped oil blocks. Minister Lokpobiri says licenses are not status symbols, and no refunds will be given. Read the latest on Nigeria's energy sector.
The Nigerian Navy launches Operation Delta Sentinel to secure oil assets and boost production. TotalEnergies divests stake in Renaissance JV. Read the full details.
Nigeria's crude oil production fell in December 2025, lagging behind OPEC peers. The FG announces strict terms for the 2025 bid round, ending licence speculation. Read the full analysis.
The 10th Sub Saharan Africa International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (SAIPEC) will focus on Nigeria's oil licensing round. Key speakers from across Africa confirmed for the Lagos event in February 2026. Read more for details.
The Nigerian Navy launches Operation Delta Sentinel to secure oil assets and boost production to 2.5 million barrels per day by 2027. Read about the new maritime security strategy.
Nigeria's FAAC disbursed a record N6 trillion in Q3 2025, with Lagos and oil-producing states receiving huge allocations. NEITI warns of fiscal risks as oil prices soften. Read the full breakdown.
US President Trump urges oil executives to invest in Venezuela's vast reserves post-Maduro capture, promising security. CEOs remain wary, citing past seizures and calling the nation 'uninvestable'.
Three Chevron-chartered tankers are transporting Venezuelan crude to the US, as sanctions cause a major storage buildup. Get the latest on the oil shipments and the looming capacity crisis.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright declares indefinite US control over Venezuelan oil sales, aiming to revive production with billions in investment. Details on the plan and its implications.
US authorities seized the Marinera oil tanker in the North Atlantic for violating sanctions linked to Venezuela and Iran. A second vessel was captured in the Caribbean. Full details on the international enforcement action.
US forces seized the Russian-flagged Marinera oil tanker in the North Atlantic for violating sanctions linked to Venezuela and Iran. A second vessel was captured in the Caribbean. Read the full details.
U.S. forces intercept a Russian-flagged oil tanker after a trans-Atlantic pursuit for violating sanctions on Venezuelan oil. Full details on the dramatic seizure operation inside.
Pastor Hank Kunneman defends Trump's plan to control Venezuela's oil, claiming divine approval. Read the global reactions and the controversial spiritual justification.
President Donald Trump announces a major oil transfer deal with Venezuela's interim government. Get the full details on the agreement and its global implications.
Former President Trump claims Venezuela's interim government will transfer sanctioned oil to the US, with proceeds controlled by Washington. Details on the plan and regional implications.
Global oil prices fall to $61 per barrel due to Venezuela's instability. Analysts warn of further drops below $60 if US tensions persist. OPEC+ pauses production hikes.
US President Donald Trump outlines a timeline for American oil companies to expand operations in Venezuela within 18 months, following the capture of Nicolas Maduro. Details inside.
Experts warn that US efforts to revive Venezuela's oil industry could destabilise Nigeria's 2026 budget, which relies heavily on uncertain oil earnings. Discover the potential impact and calls for diversification.
Political upheaval in Venezuela could flood oil markets, slashing prices and creating a $10 billion shortfall in Nigeria's 2026 budget. Experts warn of severe fiscal strain and pressure on the Naira. Read the full analysis.
Geopolitical shifts in Venezuela could crash oil prices, threatening Nigeria's N58.18 trillion 2026 spending plan and naira stability. Experts warn of a potential $10.24 billion revenue shortfall.
Following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, US President Donald Trump has announced plans for American firms to develop Venezuela's vast oil reserves. Experts warn the plan faces massive hurdles and could take a decade. Read more on the imp
Economist Kalu Aja warns US intervention in Venezuela may flood oil market, pressuring prices and jeopardising Nigeria's $64 per barrel 2026 budget benchmark. Read the full analysis.
Minister Heineken Lokpobiri declares 2025 a successful year for Nigeria's oil sector, driven by reforms, new investments, and strengthened local content. Read the full report on the industry's progress and 2026 outlook.
Ghana's Tema Oil Refinery is back online after years of inactivity, operating at 28,000 bpd. This could reduce its reliance on imports from Nigeria's Dangote Refinery, its top 2025 supplier. Explore the shifting energy dynamics in West Africa.
NNPC Ltd announces N4.36 trillion revenue and N502 billion profit for November 2025, driven by increased oil production. Discover the full financial and operational breakdown.
Nigeria's Dangote Refinery starts planned maintenance to boost petrol output and achieve 700,000 barrels per day capacity by early 2026, reducing fuel imports by over 60%.
Pulse Nigeria reveals its definitive ranking of the top 10 albums of 2025, featuring Adekunle Gold, Davido, BNXN, and more. Discover the projects that defined the year in Afrobeats and Nigerian music.
From Samsung's triple-fold phone to GPT-5.2 and Apple's refined ecosystem, 2025 was a year of practical tech innovation. See the releases that defined conversations.
Nigeria's current account surplus dropped sharply to $3.42bn in Q3 2025, a 41% decline. Explore the CBN data on oil exports, remittances, and rising external obligations shaping the nation's balance of payments.