The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) recently reported a concerning surge in crude oil theft within a week, spanning from September 23 to 29, primarily in the oil-producing region of the Niger Delta.

This revelation was part of the company’s informative weekly series, “Energy and You,” broadcasted through the NTA Network News.

During these seven days, a distressing tally of 170 recorded cases of crude oil theft emerged, reflecting a dire situation.… Read the rest

At least 37 people, including two pregnant women, were burned to death after a blast in an illegal oil refinery in a community in River State, South-south Nigeria, a report has said.

The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday in the Ibaa community, in Rivers State, Reuters reported on Tuesday, quoting a local security official and community leader.… Read the rest