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NUPRC approves $47.6bn oil, gas projects
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· October 6, 2026
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Key points Since 2024, about 120 plans have been approved, involving around $47. The Commission's approvals have contributed to significant investment in the sector, with Nigeria accounting for a substantial portion of upstream investment in Africa in 2025.
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has approved numerous oil and gas field development plans. Since 2024, about 120 plans have been approved, involving around $47.6 billion in capital expenditure. These projects are expected to increase production capacity.
Oil output is currently at 1.82 million barrels per day. The approved projects include a major development that had been delayed for over two decades due to disputes. Further details on these approvals and their expected impact are available.
The Commission's approvals have contributed to significant investment in the sector, with Nigeria accounting for a substantial portion of upstream investment in Africa in 2025.
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Category: government Published: October 6, 2026 Source: Vanguard Reading time: 1 min
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