Oil & Gas

KEY POINTS The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPC, has stepped up collaboration with security agencies to combat rising cases of pipeline vandalism and protect critical oil and gas infrastructure …

KEY POINTS Dangote Petroleum Refinery is moving to strengthen its balance sheet and accelerate its long-term expansion plans by raising about $1 billion through a private debt placement. The fundraising …

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s crude oil production rose to an average of 1.53 million barrels per day (bpd) in May 2026, marking a 2.8% increase from April’s 1.489 million bpd, according …

KEY POINTS The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, NUPRC, has announced Friday, June 12, 2026, as the deadline for submission of technical and commercial bids by prequalified applicants participating in …

KEY POINTS South Africa’s state-owned power utility, Eskom, has launched a dedicated unit known as Eskom Green to accelerate the development of large-scale renewable energy projects. The initiative is designed …

KEY POINTS The Government of The Gambia has signed a major offshore petroleum exploration agreement with global energy company Eni, marking a significant step in its ambition to develop the …

KEY POINTS Africa’s largest financial institution, Standard Bank Group, has pledged its support for the planned Initial Public Offering, IPO, of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, signalling strong investor confidence in …

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s petrol importation has risen sharply, reaching its highest level in four months in May, as temporary maintenance at the Dangote Refinery in Lekki reduced local fuel output …

KEY POINTS Chevron Nigeria and Mid-Africa Region marked World Environment Day 2026 by reaffirming its commitment to environmental stewardship under the global theme “A Global Call for Climate Action.” The …

KEY POINTS Eskom has reported major progress in its nationwide programme aimed at eliminating load reduction by 2027, with more than 700,000 households already removed from the system. According to …