NNPC: Pipeline theft ‘nearly eliminated’ as Nigeria eyes stronger oil output
NNPC: Pipeline theft ‘nearly eliminated’ as Nigeria eyes stronger oil output Abuja — August 25, 2025: Nigeria's state oil company, NNPC Limited, said coordinated security efforts have almost eradicated crude pipeline theft, boosting output prospects and investor confidence. Key facts NNPC credits improved security and inter-agency coordination for the drop in pipeline theft. Officials said this security gain could help raise production toward pre-2016 levels. Energy analysts say stronger security on pipelines will improve revenue inflows and attract fresh upstream investment to the Niger Delta region. Source: Reuters reporting on NNPC’s announcement. 0 For more coverage, check national papers and the NNPC press releases.