NNPC E&P Limited (NEPL), the upstream subsidiary of NNPC Limited, has reached a record-breaking production of 355,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd), the highest daily output since 1989.
The milestone, achieved on December 1, 2025, reflects a 52 per cent growth in average daily production, rising from 203,000 bpd in 2023 to 312,000 bpd in 2025. NEPL attributes this success to a strategy focused on operational excellence, effective asset management, and structured field development.
Reacting to the development on Tuesday, Group CEO of NNPC Limited, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, stated that the achievement demonstrates that Nigeria’s energy revival is already underway.
“NEPL confirms that the building blocks for scaling national output are firmly established. This milestone reassures both national and global partners that Nigeria remains a reliable energy supplier,” he stated.
Udy Ntia, Executive Vice President, Upstream, highlighted that the accomplishment goes beyond numbers. “Sustainable progress must rest on responsible operations. NEPL is proving that growth can be achieved without compromising worker safety, community wellbeing, or environmental protection,” Ntia said.
Managing Director Nicolas Foucart emphasised that the performance reflects broader transformations across NNPC Limited. “This success is driven by leadership, aligned partnerships, and a committed workforce. For Nigerians, it means stronger energy security, increased revenue, and a more resilient economy,” he added.
NNPC E&P Limited is wholly owned by NNPC Limited and engages in the exploration and production of oil and gas, contributing to national energy targets of 2 million bpd by 2027 and 3 million bpd by 2030.