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Nigeria Aims to Resume Oil Production in Ogoniland

The Nigerian government is pushing to resume crude oil production in Ogoniland, Rivers State, marking a major shift in a long-standing dispute. Read about the new peace efforts and economic implications.

Nigeria ships 33.2m barrels of crude to U.S. in eight months

Nigeria strengthens its role as the top African crude oil supplier to the United States, exporting 33.23 million barrels worth $2.57 billion from January to August 2025. Discover the economic impact and the role of Dangote Refinery.

NOSDRA Pledges Yorla Well 14 Spill Site Restoration

NOSDRA leads federal delegation to Ogoniland, pledging full environmental restoration after Yorla Well 14 oil spill. Officials warn against future incidents and call for community cooperation.

PETROAN: N58.18tr 2026 Budget Achievable with 1.84mbpd

PETROAN endorses Nigeria's 2026 budget, citing realistic oil targets. It urges transparent privatisation of state refineries by Q1 2026 and highlights security, host communities, and regulatory funding as key to success.

Civil Society Rates NNPC Boss High on Performance

A coalition of civil society groups has commended NNPC GCEO Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari for transformative leadership, citing record profits and increased oil production. Read the full appraisal here.

Trump Announces Naval Blockade Against Venezuela

US President Donald Trump announces a maritime blockade on Venezuela, demanding the return of oil and land he claims were stolen. Get the full details on this escalating crisis.

Nigeria's oil rigs stuck at 41 amid OPEC expansion

Nigeria's oil rig count remained flat at 41 in November, unchanged from 2024, while OPEC nations boosted activity by 7%. Discover the structural challenges holding back Africa's top producer.

PENGASSAN warns of oil sector brain drain over low pay

PENGASSAN warns Nigeria's oil sector faces a severe brain drain due to low wages and economic hardship. Union President Festus Osifo urges immediate action to close the wage gap and retain skilled workers.

NNPC's ₦5.4trn Profit Shows Impact of Reforms

NNPC Limited's record ₦5.4 trillion profit for 2024 is hailed as proof of successful reforms under Bayo Ojulari. Discover how operational discipline and commercial changes are reshaping Nigeria's oil and gas sector.

Nigeria eyes $10bn from 50 oil blocks lease

Nigeria's NUPRC launches 2025 oil licensing round for 50 blocks, aiming to raise $10bn and boost output by 400,000 barrels per day. Discover the transparent bidding process.

TotalEnergies Sells Nigeria Offshore Stake to Chevron

French oil giant TotalEnergies sells a 40% stake in Nigerian offshore exploration licences to Chevron. The deal aims to derisk and develop new opportunities in Nigeria's oil sector. Full details inside.

Anambra's 220M Palm Seedlings Boost Agriculture

Anambra State government has distributed 220 million palm seedlings to 180,000 households in two years, supporting the 'One Family, 20 Palms' project to revive palm oil production and achieve food security.

OPEC+ Pauses Oil Output Hikes Until March 2026

OPEC+ reaffirms plan to maintain current oil production levels until March 2026 and agrees on a new capacity assessment mechanism. Learn how this decision impacts global oil markets.

Anambra Gives 220M Palm Seedlings to Households

Anambra State has distributed 220 million palm seedlings to 180,000 households in two years under Governor Soludo's agricultural revolution. Discover how this initiative aims to transform the state's economy.

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