NNPC Monthly Profit Falls 64% Despite N2.68trn Revenue
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NNPC's profit for February 2026 dropped by 64.7% to N136 billion while revenue increased 4.2% to N2.68 trillion. This decline happened as oil output fell to 1.51 million barrels per day amid rising gas production, indicating cost pressures or operational challenges. The profit drop impacts Nigeria's oil sector earnings and may affect government finances and economic planning.
Reported Facts
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- •NNPC's oil production decreased to 1.51 million barrels per day in February 2026.
- •NNPC remitted N1.804 trillion to the government in the same month.
- •Gas production increased in February 2026, contributing to revenue growth.
- •NNPC's total revenue for February 2026 was N2.68 trillion, a 4.2% increase from the previous month.
- •Despite higher revenue, NNPC's profit fell sharply to N136 billion in February 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If NNPC addresses operational inefficiencies and reduces costs NNPC's profit margins could improve, boosting government revenue and supporting Nigeria's budget stability.
Market Exposure
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Declining Nigerian oil output reduces supply expectations, potentially lowering Brent Crude prices amid global market adjustments.
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AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Oil output drops to 1.51mbpd in February as NNPC remits N1.804trnAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)NNPC’s February Revenue Rises 4.2% to N2.68tn, Profit Slumps by 64.7%AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)NNPC revenue hits N2.68tn amid production declineAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)NNPC posts N136bn profit as gas production rises in February