Posts

Nigeria: NNPC, TotalEnergies Sign MOU On Methane Detection Technology Deployment
[Leadership] The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TotalEnergies for the adoption and deployment of a methane detection technology known as Airborne Ultra-light Spectrometer for Environmental Application (AUSEA) in all its upstream operations.
South Africa: Closing Date for Draft SA Petroleum Company Bill Public Comments Extended
[SAnews.gov.za] The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has extended the closing date for comments on the draft South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) Bill.
Nigeria: Why We’re Finding It Difficult to End Oil Theft in Niger Delta – Nigerian Military
[Premium Times] Oil theft and its negative impact on the country's economy have been a source of concern to the Nigerian government over the years.
Nigeria: FG to Automate Export Permit Processes
[Daily Trust] The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Doris Anite said the federal government will automate the process of issuing export permits in Nigeria, particularly in the oil and gas sector.
Nigeria: TotalEnergies to Invest $6 Billion in Nigeria in Coming Years
[Premium Times] Nigeria contributes 8 to 10 per cent of TotalEnergies' global output and is home to more than 18 per cent of its overall investments.
Rwanda: Nyagatare – Concerns Over Illicit Trading in Fuel
[New Times] People in Nyagatare District have raised concerns over the illegal selling of fuel within their neighbourhoods of the district instead of petrol stations where safety guidelines are abided by.
Nigeria: Petroleum Ministry’s 2024 Budget Cannot Meet Nigerians’ Expectations – Lawmakers
[Leadership] The Joint National Assembly Committee on Petroleum Resources (Upstream, Downstream, Gas) has expressed disappointment over the 2024 budget of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, stating that it falls short in meeting Nigerians' expectations.
Nigeria: I’ll Not Tolerate Non-Performance, Tinubu Tells NNPCL Board
[Premium Times] President Tinubu asked the NNPCL Board to treat the Niger Delta region where oil is produced with the deserved respect and care.
Nigeria: Indigenous Oil Producers Seek Review of PIA
[Leadership] The Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG), has called for review of critical aspects of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) to strengthen the regulatory framework and competitiveness of the fiscal regime.
Guinea: Explosion Rocks Guinea Oil Terminal Causing Deaths, Injuries
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- A massive explosion at an oil terminal in the capital city Conakry has claimed lives and caused several injuries early today, December 18, 2023, according to BBC reports.