By JKNewsMedia
RECORD PRODUCTION of 355,000 barrels of oil per day marked a major development for Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) E&P Limited, representing the highest daily output since 1989.
The figure, recorded on 1 December 2025, was disclosed in a release signed by Andy Odeh, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC, on 9 December 2025.
He said the milestone reflects a significant step forward for Nigeria’s upstream sector and underscores a transformation anchored on efficiency and discipline.
The statement also noted that the 355,000 barrels per day performance is the highest daily output achieved by the flagship upstream subsidiary of NNPC Limited since 1989, describing the achievement as part of ongoing transformation driven by operational efficiency and discipline, placing the milestone within the broader context of the company’s progress.
Highlighting changes in average production between 2023 and 2025, NNPC stated that daily output increased from 203,000 barrels per day in 2023 to 312,000 barrels per day in 2025, a 52% surge.
These figures, the statement added, show genuine transformation linked to operational excellence, strong asset management, and structured field development, demonstrating that leadership, strengthened systems, and a committed workforce can help the upstream sector overcome years of instability.
Connecting the milestone to national production goals, NNPC described the achievement as one that translates national ambition into measurable momentum.
It referenced presidential production targets of 2 million barrels per day by 2027 and 3 million barrels per day by 2030, stating that NEPL’s performance brings these targets closer to reality.
Speaking on the milestone, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, Group CEO of NNPC Limited, said the outcome proves that Nigeria’s energy revival is already happening, adding that it exceeds internal production benchmarks confirms that essential building blocks for scaling national output are being firmly established.
Ojulari stated that the accomplishment signals that production machinery including equipment, processes, capabilities, and partnerships can be driven with commercial discipline to deliver tangible outcomes.
He also noted that the achievement reinforces confidence nationally and across the global energy landscape, assuring partners and investors of Nigeria’s commitment to remain a dependable energy supplier.
Udy Ntia, Executive Vice President, Upstream, observed that the milestone goes beyond the 355,000 barrels per day figure.
He said that in a sector where shortcuts may yield short-term wins but long-term damage, NEPL is demonstrating a different approach, noting that sustainable progress must rest on responsible operations.
Ntia said this approach ensures scaling production does not compromise worker safety, community wellbeing, or environmental protection.
He then described the achievement as a reinforcement of a shift away from extraction at any cost toward sustainable value creation, which he identified as a core requirement for any modern energy company seeking global relevance.
Nicolas Foucart, Managing Director of NEPL, said the record-setting performance mirrors broader transformation across NNPC Limited.
He explained that the development is driven by leadership that charts a clear course, partnerships built on alignment and accountability, and a workforce whose efforts turn goals into measurable progress.
Foucart described the company’s people, processes, and principles as the real engines behind the success, stating that NEPL is building for the future rather than merely celebrating the achievement. The accomplishment, he added, represents more than increased oil production for Nigerians; it translates into greater national revenue, stronger energy security, and a more resilient economic foundation.
He concluded that NEPL has not only produced more hydrocarbons but has also reignited belief in what Nigeria’s energy sector can achieve with the right systems, culture, and dedication.
The company also described the NNPC E&P Limited as a wholly owned subsidiary of NNPC Limited which engaged in the exploration and production of oil and gas resources.
