The sweeping reform agenda is aimed at restoring efficiency, predictability, and sustainable growth in Nigeria’s upstream petroleum sector – Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan. Promises Improved Efficiency, Collaboration Commences 90-day Approval Fast Track for quick-win opportunities Insists on Implementation of Decarbonisation Initiatives…
NUPRC, NMDPRA Move to Strengthen Regulatory Synergy, Boost Oil and Gas Investments
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) have announced a renewed commitment to closer collaboration, aimed at enhancing regulatory efficiency and attracting greater investment into the country’s oil and gas…
From Flares to Value: NNPC, Heirs Energies Lead Responsible Gas Commercialisation at OML 17
L-R: Osa Igiehon, Chief Executive Officer, Heirs Energies and Engr. Seyi Omotowa, Chief Upstream Investment Officer (CUIO), NUIMS during the NGFCP/Non-NGFCP Gas Flare Commercialisation Signing Ceremony for OML 17—reflecting strong JV alignment to transform routine flares into productive gas for…
December 1: NUPRC To Roll Out Digital Portal for Transparent Oil Licensing Bid Round Today
Digital Licensing Round to Prioritize Energy Security, Optimization, and Resource Stewardship The NUPRC Digital Portal for Nigeria’s 2025 Oil Licensing Bid Round officially launches today, December 1st, 2025. The initiative is not just an opportunity for investment but a…
PETAN Advocates Public Private Sector Collaboration, Urges Africa to Embrace Nigeria’s Local Content Model
The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) has called for deeper, more strategic public–private supplier collaboration across Africa’s oil and gas sector, stressing that the future of energy development on the continent depends on unified action. PETAN highlighted Nigeria’s landmark…
PETAN, Oil Majors Commit to Nigeria’s 1M Barrel Production Drive at NUPRC Investment Forum
The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN), alongside leading international oil majors and service companies including Shell, TotalEnergies, and ExxonMobil, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s ambitious oil production targets. Their pledges were made at the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum…
TotalEnergies, Partners Commission Seven Development Projects in Rivers Host Communities
The Obagi Oilfield Host Communities Development Trust (HCDT) in OML58, Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State, has achieved a major milestone as TotalEnergies and its joint venture partners commissioned seven new community development projects spanning health, infrastructure, agriculture, economic…
FG Nets Over $400 Million from 2024 Oil Sector Divestments — NUPRC
The Federal Government has secured more than $400 million in pre-sale decommissioning and abandonment liabilities from divestments in Nigeria’s upstream oil and gas sector in 2024, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has announced. NUPRC Chief Executive, Gbenga Komolafe,…
Obi, Hector to Feature Alongside Verheijen, Ayuk, Others at Gas Investment Forum 2025
The Gas Investment Forum (GIF) 2025 is set to attract some of the most influential voices in Nigeria’s energy sector, with confirmations now in from Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, and Marcus Hector,…
NAPE @ 50: Nigeria’s Oil & Gas at a Turning Point as Komolafe Outlines Bold Regulatory Shift
“IT IS NO LONGER BUSINESS AS USUAL” – Engr Gbenga Komolafe. The Chief Commission Executive (CCE) of the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), delivered this strong message at the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists…