By RismadarVoice Media
December 9, 2025
The NNPC Exploration & Production Limited (NEPL), the flagship upstream subsidiary of NNPC Limited, has achieved a major production milestone, reaching 355,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) on December 1, 2025, the company’s highest daily output since 1989.
NNPC Ltd. described the achievement as a significant leap for Nigeria’s upstream sector and a reflection of ongoing reforms anchored on operational efficiency, discipline, and strengthened asset management.
In a statement on Tuesday, the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Bashir Ojulari, said the milestone demonstrated that Nigeria’s energy revival was “not a dream but a reality.”
Ojulari noted that NEPL’s average daily production jumped by 52 per cent, rising from 203,000 bpd in 2023 to 312,000 bpd in 2025, attributing the growth to a clear strategic direction and improved operational systems.
“This record growth is no coincidence; it stems from operational excellence, strong asset management, and structured field development,” he said.
“NEPL’s performance shows that with the right leadership and a committed workforce, Nigeria’s upstream sector can overcome years of instability.”
The GCEO added that NEPL’s breakthrough strengthens confidence both locally and globally, reassuring investors of Nigeria’s commitment to maintaining its position as a reliable energy supplier.
Ojulari said the milestone also brings the country closer to meeting the presidential targets of 2 million bpd by 2027 and 3 million bpd by 2030, noting that NEPL’s delivery proves that “the building blocks for scaling national output are being firmly established.”
Executive Vice President, Upstream, Udy Ntia, said the achievement transcended the numerical value, stressing NEPL’s commitment to responsible operations.
“In a sector where shortcuts can deliver short-term wins but long-term damage, NEPL is making a different point. Sustainable progress must rest on responsible operations that protect workers, communities, and the environment,” Ntia said.
Similarly, Managing Director of NEPL, Nicolas Foucart, stated that the record-setting performance reflected the broader transformation underway across NNPC Limited.
“This is a story shaped by clear leadership, strong partnerships, and a workforce committed to turning goals into measurable progress. We are building for tomorrow, not just celebrating today,” Foucart said.
NEPL is a wholly owned subsidiary of NNPC Limited responsible for the exploration and production of Nigeria’s oil and gas resources.
