- The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) maintained an average crude production of 1.37 million barrels per day (MMbpd) during the first nine months of 2025, showing resilience despite operational challenges.
- NNPC’s 1.37 MMbpd crude output underscores its steady performance and progress on major projects such as the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano and OB3 Gas Pipelines.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) sustained an average crude production of 1.37 million barrels per day (MMbpd) in the first three quarters of 2025. The company released this figure in its provisional performance report on Tuesday, October 21. It demonstrates NNPC’s ability to maintain stable production amid fluctuating market conditions and technical constraints.
In September, production was 1.37 MMbpd, marking the third straight month of decline. Total oil and condensate output reached 1.61 MMbpd, with condensate contributing 240,000 barrels per day. Earlier in 2025, NNPC achieved its highest production level of 1.77 MMbpd. This earlier peak reflected a stronger recovery phase before scheduled maintenance slowed operations.
Crude oil sales dropped for the second month, totalling 17.81 million barrels in September. Natural gas production also declined, averaging 6.28 billion standard cubic feet daily (Bscfd). Sales stood at 3.44 Bscfd, a slight decrease compared to August. Despite these dips, NNPC sustained 96 per cent pipeline availability and ensured 77 per cent petrol supply at its filling stations nationwide.
The company attributed the temporary production slowdown to planned maintenance and the gradual reactivation of previously shut-in assets. Delays in operations at OMLs 71 and 72 also contributed. These controlled adjustments, however, reflect NNPC’s commitment to safety, system reliability, and efficient resource management.
Financially, NNPC recorded ₦4.27 trillion (about $2.91 billion) in revenue for September. Profit after tax stood at ₦216 billion, while statutory payments reached ₦10.07 trillion.
Progress on major gas infrastructure projects remains steady. The Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline nears completion, with construction work advancing rapidly. On the Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) Gas Pipeline, 113 kilometres have already been commissioned, now transporting roughly 300 million standard cubic feet of gas per day.
In related industry news, Shell PLC recently made a Final Investment Decision (FID) to develop the HI Field. The project will supply Nigeria LNG with up to 350 million standard cubic feet of gas per day. Shell holds a 40 per cent stake in this joint venture, with Sunlink Energies and Resources Ltd owning the remaining 60 per cent.
NNPC’s sustained performance reflects its strategic focus on maintaining crude output, expanding gas infrastructure, and securing Nigeria’s energy future. The company continues to balance short-term operational pressures with long-term investment in the nation’s energy stability and global competitiveness.