NNPC Profit Jumps 74% As Revenue Nears ₦5 Trillion, Crude Oil Output Hits 2026 High
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) reported a substantial increase in revenue and profitability for April 2026, with profit after tax surging by 74.28% to ₦481 billion and revenue nearing ₦5 trillion. This growth is primarily driven by improved crude oil production, which reached 1.68 million barrels per day, and sustained progress on key gas infrastructure projects.
Why it matters
This strong financial performance signals a significant recovery in Nigeria's crucial oil sector, which is vital for the nation's economy. It suggests potential for increased government revenue and enhanced economic stability, despite past challenges like crude theft and pipeline vandalism.
NNPC Profit Jumps 74% As Revenue Nears ₦5 Trillion, Crude Oil Output Hits 2026 High – Independent Newspaper Nigeria
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