Nigeria Oil Firms Export 80% of Crude Despite Local Refining Needs
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Reported Facts
Observable data points shared across all narratives
- •Local refineries in Nigeria have raised their output, contributing to a fall in petrol imports as of May 2026.
- •Despite increased refining activity, oil firms still export the majority (80%) of Nigeria's crude oil production.
- •The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) reported the decline in petrol imports linked to higher local refining.
- •High domestic demand for refined petroleum products remains a challenge for Nigeria's energy sector.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Nigerian oil firms reduce crude exports to supply more local refineries Nigeria could improve fuel availability domestically, reduce import costs, and strengthen its refining sector, benefiting consumers and the economy.
Market Exposure
CommodityBrent CrudeUncertain
Continued high crude exports from Nigeria support supply, but rising local refining and reduced imports create mixed signals for global oil markets.
This is not investment advice. Market exposure is based on conditional event analysis.
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