A huge explosion at the main oil refinery in Guinea’s capital Conakry has killed at least eight people and wounded dozens, officials say. The explosion blew out the windows of nearby houses in downtown Conakry, and hundreds of residents fled the area, eyewitnesses said. The authorities Continue Reading
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has announced the discovery of oil in Nasarawa State, saying it will spud the first oil well in March 2023. It said the discovery was in continuation of its oil exploration activities in the country’s inland basins. NNPC’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, announced the discovery and the […]Continue Reading
Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says Germany will end oil imports by the end of the year, with gas following. Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky has criticised Germany for failing to curb Russian energy imports. He described energy payments as “blood money”. Proceeds from the sale of Russian oil and gas amount to around $1bn, £770m, a day, […]Continue Reading