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Indigenous Expert Proffers Solution to Oil Theft

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FROM TAYESE Mike, Yenagoa

An indigenous player in the energy sector Mr Victor Ekpenyong has urged the federal government and oil firms to leverage on the expertise of Nigerian firms to check oil theft and increase oil production.

Ekpenyong , who made the call in a statement on Sunday , noted that there was a need to raise oil production beyond current levels to take advantage of increased oil prices on the international market.

He said that although the nation was capable of producing up to 2.

5 million barrels of crude per day, the activities of oil thieves and vandals who frequently attack oil installations have compelled operators to shut down vandalised assets.

Mr Melle Kyari, Group Managing Director of NNPC Ltd at a public event in Abuja on Friday, stated that oil output has nosedived to less than 1.15 million barrels due to upsurge in oil theft and vandalism.

Ekpenyong, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Kenyon International West Africa Ltd explained that the indigenous oil services firm has developed a homegrown solution to oil theft and vandalism.

He explained that the solution which the company refers to as Idle Well Management Solution  is currently being deployed in some oil fields and has proved cost effective and efficient.

The solution, according to him, includes installation of anti-theft devices on well heads that makes it impossible to steal crude or vandalise well heads.

He hoped that if the solution was adopted across the oilfields, oil production will take an upward swing and enable Nigeria benefit from the rising oil prices.

Ekpenyong said that its package to secure oil installations relies on idle well management practice which helps to monitor idle wells, preventing them from vandalism and theft

“Nigeria has the capacity to produce nearly 2.5 million barrels of oil per day, but now, it struggles to produce 1 million plus barrels a day. 

“Some of the factors that caused the plunge in production are vandalism and oil theft. This has inevitably led to some Nigerian companies shutting down their operations.

“To salvage the situation, government needs  to conduct a situational analysis. 

“From the information we have seen so far, the country previously produced more oil, and we should enquire why our oil producing capacity is plunging as the days go by.

“Now that oil is above $100 per barrel, we should take advantage of it and maximise our revenue. Our government needs to devise plans on how to safeguard oil and gas assets and conduct community engagement.

“Currently, we have a lot of tech savvy youth in the country, and in community engagement, citizens can proffer some tech-solutions to these problems we face.

“Young people can develop applications that can track vandals. This can be potentially beneficial to both oil companies and the citizens as well,” Ekpenyong said.

He also advocated that the regulatory agencies in the oil and gas sector to ensure that oil companies are following the industry-recommended procedures and best practices.

He expressed optimism that in a properly regulated environment where operators imbibe operational practices, oil output would improve and boost the much needed revenue to government. 

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NNPC Ltd. Records N5.8bn revenue, N748bn PAT in April

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has announced a revenue of N5.89 billion and a Profit After Tax (PAT) of N748 billion for the month of April.

The NNPC Ltd. disclosed this in its Monthly Report Summary for April, released on Thursday.

The report highlights key statistics, including crude oil and condensate production, natural gas output, revenue, profit after tax and strategic initiatives during the period.

The report said that NNPC Ltd made statutory payments of N4.

22 billion between January and March.

According to the report, crude oil and gas figures are provisional and reflect only NNPC Limited’s data.

It said that It excluded volumes of independent operators reported by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).

“Crude oil and condensate production averaged 1.606 million barrels per day (bpd) in April, while natural gas production was 7.354 million standard cubic feet daily.

“Petrol availability at the NNPC Ltd. retail stations recorded 54 per cent during the month under review, while upstream pipeline reliability was 97 per cent,” it said.

On its strategic efforts, it said that the company was collaborating with Venture Partners to accelerate Sustainable Production Enhancement.

It said that it completed the implementation of relevant presidential directives and Executive Orders for its upstream operations.

The report listed some Technical Interventions on Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) pipeline and the Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) gas pipelin to resolve challenges of River Niger crossings.

It said that the OB3 gas pipeline project was 95 per cent completed in the month, while the AKK pipeline was 70 per cent completed.

The report said that Turnaround Maintenance (TAM) was completed in several Oil Mining Leases (OML), including OML 18, OML 58, OML 118, and OML 133.

On Refineries Status, it said that the Port Harcourt Refinery Company (PHRC), as well as the Warri and Kaduna refineries were currently under review.

According to the report, all financial figures are provisional and unaudited, and all operational and financial data are for April unless indicated otherwise. (NAN)

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NNPC Ltd. Disclaims Fake Financial Scheme

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has disowned a fake AI-generated video circulating on social media featuring a cloned voice of the Group CEO, Mr Bayo Ojulari, promoting a fictitious poverty alleviation scheme.

The Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd.

, Olufemi Soneye in a statement on Thursday clarified that the company had no such investment initiative.

Soneye urged the public to disregard the video, originally shared by an account named Mensageiro de Cristo on Facebook.

“NNPC Ltd. has warned the perpetrators to cease their fraudulent actions or face legal consequences,” he said. (NAN)

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NGEP Urges Gas Reticulation In Buildings

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By Olasunkanmi Onifade

Abuja, April 29, 2025 The National Gas Expansion Programme (NGEP) has called on stakeholders to promote the integration of gas reticulation systems in estates, districts, and industrial areas, following best practices seen in developed countries.

Chairman of NGEP, Prof.

Mohammed Ibrahim, made the call on Tuesday during the Builders’ Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB), FCT Chapter, in Abuja.

The conference, themed “Gas Reticulation in Building: Design, Safety, Environmental Compliance and Prospects for Builders,” focused on enhancing energy infrastructure in Nigeria’s built environment.

Ibrahim noted that with Nigeria’s vast natural gas reserves, gas reticulation offered a sustainable solution to improve energy accessibility, affordability, and reliability in homes and businesses.

“Gas reticulation in buildings presents a compelling pathway to a more sustainable, efficient, and resilient built environment.

“By prioritising sound design principles and ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards, we can unlock the full potential of natural gas to drive progress,” he said.

He highlighted the key benefits of gas reticulation, including energy efficiency, cost effectiveness, versatility, and reliability.

Also speaking, the Chairman of the Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria, Samson Opaluwah, stressed the importance of capacity building for safe and efficient gas distribution.

He said this involved training engineers, technicians, and other professionals in system design, installation, and maintenance, while also strengthening regulatory frameworks and encouraging local innovation and manufacturing.

The Chairman of NIOB, FCT Chapter, Usman Okehi, emphasised the growing need to incorporate gas systems in residential, commercial, and industrial developments across Nigeria due to rising energy demands and gas availability.

According to him, with this advancement comes the need for strict adherence to design standards, rigorous safety protocols, and full environmental compliance.

“It is our responsibility as professionals and regulators to ensure these systems are functional, safe, and environmentally sound,” Okehi said.

He described the conference as a platform where stakeholders could explore the evolving landscape of gas infrastructure in building projects, share best practices, examine safety and environmental considerations, and assess future opportunities for builders in the sector.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Nigerian Institute of Building is the professional body for builders in Nigeria. It traces its origins to the Builders’ Society, established in London in 1834.

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