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NNPC Ltd, PSC Contractors Resolve Disputes, Renew PSC Leases

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Less than a month after the unveiling of NNPC Ltd by Mr. President, NNPC Ltd and its Production Sharing Contract (PSC) Contractors are pleased to announce the execution of fully termed agreements for the renegotiated PSCs.

During an event to mark the landmark achievement held today at the NNPC Towers in Abuja, the parties renewed their agreements in five Oil Mining Leases (OMLs 128,130,132, 133, and 138), a development that would not only unlock further investments in the upstream sector and boost investors’ confidence but would also unlock over $500bn in revenue for the country.

Group CEO, NNPC Ltd, Mallam Mele Kyari, said renegotiations of the assets were in line with the provisions of section 311 of the PIA with other improvements to the PSCs aimed at driving performance in the PSC operations.

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Speaking further, Kyari said the negotiations were completed within the timeframe specified by PIA for all re-negotiated PSCs, stressing that “the “meaning of this is that there is now a great deal of clarity between NNPC Ltd and its partners in the deep water space.”

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Kyari commended President Muhammadu Buhari for his leadership in providing theNNPC Ltd and its Contractors the opportunity to achieve the milestone through thePIA, thereby offering more opportunities for boosting the nation’s crude oil production and revenue base.

In his remarks, Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, Mr. Osagie Okunbor described the execution of OML 133 PSC contract as significant progress towards harnessing the deep-water resources of Nigeria.

Also speaking, the Chairman/Managing Director of Exxon Mobil Companies in Nigeria,Mr. Richard Laing noted that the renewal of the Usan and Erha leases validates his company’s commitment to maintaining a significant deepwater presence in Nigeria,through Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Deepwater) Limited.

On his part, Chairman/Managing Director of Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), Mr. Rick Kennedy said Chevron is proud of its strong partnership with Nigeria and its various partners and remains also committed to supporting the country to develop its energy resources safely and reliably.

The recent negotiations will put to rest the protracted dispute between the NNPC Ltd and the Contractor Parties in Oil Mining Leases (OMLs) 125, 128, 130, 132 and 133, as well as 138 PSCs). The PSCs and their leases, except OML 130, will run for another 20 years term under pre-PIA laws, while OML130 is to be renewed under PIA terms.

The PIA in Section 31m(2) stipulates that new PSC agreements under new Heads of Terms will be signed between NNPC Ltd as Concessionaire and her Contractor Parties within one year of signing the PIA into law, giving a deadline of 15th August 2022.

This provision paved the way for the resolution of lingering disputes which created investment uncertainty and stifled new investments in the nation’s deep offshore assets.

To achieve this, NNPC Ltd leveraged on the near-end term of the PSCs and the parties’ interest to renew the PSCs as a negotiation currency in bringing the contractors to work towards trading the past for the future.

These renewed PSCs would provide several benefits such as improved long-term relationships with contractors, elimination of contractual ambiguities, especially in relation to gas terms, and enable early contract renewal amongst others.

In a statement by Group General Manger public affairs Division NNPC Limited Garba Deen Muhammad said the signing ceremony was witnessed by the Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva; Board Members of NNPC Ltd, led by the Chairman, Senator, Margerie Chuba Okadigbo; Chief Executive of NUPRC, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe; Chief Executive of NMDPRA, Mr. Faruk Ahmed and the Executive Chairman, Federal InlandRevenue Service (FIRS), Mr. Muhammad Namu.

NNPC Ltd, PSC Contractors Resolve Disputes, Renew PSC Leases

Less than a month after the unveiling of NNPC Ltd by Mr. President, NNPC Ltd and its Production Sharing Contract (PSC) Contractors are pleased to announce the execution of fully termed agreements for the renegotiated PSCs.

During an event to mark the landmark achievement held today at the NNPC Towers in Abuja, the parties renewed their agreements in five Oil Mining Leases (OMLs 128,130,132, 133, and 138), a development that would not only unlock further investments in the upstream sector and boost investors’ confidence but would also unlock over $500bn in revenue for the country.

Group CEO, NNPC Ltd, Mallam Mele Kyari, said renegotiations of the assets were in line with the provisions of section 311 of the PIA with other improvements to the PSCs aimed at driving performance in the PSC operations.

Speaking further, Kyari said the negotiations were completed within the timeframe specified by PIA for all re-negotiated PSCs, stressing that “the “meaning of this is that there is now a great deal of clarity between NNPC Ltd and its partners in the deep water space.”

Kyari commended President Muhammadu Buhari for his leadership in providing theNNPC Ltd and its Contractors the opportunity to achieve the milestone through thePIA, thereby offering more opportunities for boosting the nation’s crude oil production and revenue base.

In his remarks, Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, Mr. Osagie Okunbor described the execution of OML 133 PSC contract as significant progress towards harnessing the deep-water resources of Nigeria.

Also speaking, the Chairman/Managing Director of Exxon Mobil Companies in Nigeria,Mr. Richard Laing noted that the renewal of the Usan and Erha leases validates his company’s commitment to maintaining a significant deepwater presence in Nigeria,through Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Deepwater) Limited.

On his part, Chairman/Managing Director of Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), Mr. Rick Kennedy said Chevron is proud of its strong partnership with Nigeria and its various partners and remains also committed to supporting the country to develop its energy resources safely and reliably.

The recent negotiations will put to rest the protracted dispute between the NNPC Ltd and the Contractor Parties in Oil Mining Leases (OMLs) 125, 128, 130, 132 and 133, as well as 138 PSCs). The PSCs and their leases, except OML 130, will run for another 20 years term under pre-PIA laws, while OML130 is to be renewed under PIA terms.

The PIA in Section 31m(2) stipulates that new PSC agreements under new Heads of Terms will be signed between NNPC Ltd as Concessionaire and her Contractor Parties within one year of signing the PIA into law, giving a deadline of 15th August 2022.

This provision paved the way for the resolution of lingering disputes which created investment uncertainty and stifled new investments in the nation’s deep offshore assets.

To achieve this, NNPC Ltd leveraged on the near-end term of the PSCs and the parties’ interest to renew the PSCs as a negotiation currency in bringing the contractors to work towards trading the past for the future.

These renewed PSCs would provide several benefits such as improved long-term relationships with contractors, elimination of contractual ambiguities, especially in relation to gas terms, and enable early contract renewal amongst others.

In a statement by Group General Manger public affairs Division NNPC Limited Garba Deen Muhammad said the signing ceremony was witnessed by the Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva; Board Members of NNPC Ltd, led by the Chairman, Senator, Margerie Chuba Okadigbo; Chief Executive of NUPRC, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe; Chief Executive of NMDPRA, Mr. Faruk Ahmed and the Executive Chairman, Federal InlandRevenue Service (FIRS), Mr. Muhammad Namu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Sultan of Sokoto Urges Nigerians to Stop Criticizing Leaders and Allow God to Deal With Them

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Nigerians have been urged to desist from castigating their leaders and all those in authority.

This call was made to Nigerians by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III on Monday at the the Regional Conference on Climate Change-Induced Conflicts in Northern Nigeria hosted in Kaduna.

According to the Sultan, it is important that Nigerians rather than insult their leaders, they should allow God to really with them.

He also urgee Nigerians to contibue praying for their keaders and tne nation as a whole.

He further called on religious leadera accros Nigeria to quit misleadinh members of ghwir congregation.

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“A lot of people say we have never had it so bad, but no matter how difficult it is, ease will come. We believe nothing lasts forever.

“Nothing bad and nothing good lasts forever. Let us intensify prayers in our congregations and encourage our followers to pray for our leaders.

“We will not castigate them; we will allow Almighty Allah to deal with them as He wishes and He will,” the Sultan notes.

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Arewa APC Merger Group Hails President Tinubu for Release of Detained minors

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The Arewa APC Merger Group has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his swift and compassionate response in ordering the release of detained minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests.

In a statement signed by National Coordinator Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa in Abuja, the group expressed gratitude for the President’s decisive action, which has brought renewed hope to many Nigerians.

The group commended President Tinubu for showing strong leadership on the issue, noting that his actions demonstrate a commitment to justice and the well-being of Nigeria’s youth.

They emphasized that this move reassures citizens of the President’s dedication to fairness and the protection of human rights under his administration.

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The release order from President Tinubu came after the Arewa APC Merger Group took substantial steps to advocate for the detained children.

In response to reports of mistreatment, including allegations of malnutrition and poor conditions, the group provided essential food and support to the minors both at the Federal High Court in Abuja and while in custody.

This effort underscored the group’s commitment to the welfare of young Nigerians and their resolve to seek justice.

Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa stated that the group is encouraged by the President’s response and considers it a positive signal of his administration’s commitment to addressing national issues with compassion and responsibility.

The Arewa APC Merger Group remains hopeful that this action will set a precedent for prioritizing the rights and well-being of Nigeria’s youth across the country.

President Tinubu’s decision to release the children reflects his administration’s acknowledgment of the calls from various stakeholders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of young Nigerians.

The Arewa APC Merger Group expressed their appreciation for this significant step, which they believe will strengthen public confidence in the government’s dedication to the rights of all citizens.

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Breaking: Court Drops Charges Against Minors

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The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday struck out the charges brought against a total of 119 #EndBadGovernance protesters.

All 119 protesters were arraigned on Friday, November 1 on charges bordering on Treason felony, inciting to mutiny, among others.

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The defendants were arraigned in two batches at the previous proceeding.

The first batch comprised a total of 76 protesters which included 32 minors and the second batch a total of 43 protesters.

The trial judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, struck out the suit following an application by the counsel to the Attorney General of the Federation, M. D Abubakar, to take over and discontinue the matter.

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