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🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Rights Group Asks Akpabio to Reveal Suspect Names in Alleged N210trn Missing Funds

A rights group in Nigeria is calling for transparency regarding alleged missing funds from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited.

Mar 23 • 08:41 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Navy intercepts illegally refined petroleum products, arrests eight suspects

The Nigerian Navy intercepted 44,000 litres of potentially illegally refined petroleum and arrested eight suspects in Rivers during an operation under Operation DELTA SENTINEL.

Mar 23 • 07:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Understand why farmers who found possible oil in Ceará preferred to have found water

Farmers in Ceará express disappointment over discovering a petroleum-like liquid instead of water, which they were actually searching for amid a water scarcity crisis.

Mar 23 • 07:01 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Sells PMs Cargoes to Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, 3 Others

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has exported 12 cargoes of refined petroleum products, totaling 456,000 tonnes, to several African countries, bolstering Nigeria's role in the regional energy market.

Mar 23 • 06:51 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Navy Intercepts Illegal Product, Apprehend Eight Suspects in Rivers

The Nigerian Navy has intercepted approximately 44,000 liters of suspected illegally refined petroleum products and arrested eight suspects in Rivers State during a recent operation.

Mar 23 • 06:51 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Nigerian Navy Intercepts Illegal Fuel, Arrests Eight Suspects in Rivers

The Nigerian Navy arrested eight suspects and seized approximately 44,000 liters of presumed illegally refined petroleum in Rivers State during an anti-crude oil theft operation.

Mar 23 • 04:52 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Dangote boosts Africa fuel supply with massive exports

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has started exporting large quantities of refined petroleum products to several African countries, amidst a regional fuel supply crisis.

Mar 23 • 02:42 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

Stock Market Update: Don't Make a Serious Mistake! IOC, BPCL, HPCL Shares May Drop Up to 20%, Experts Say

Experts warn that shares of Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) could fall by up to 20% due to rising crude oil prices.

Mar 22 • 17:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

High-level meeting by PM Modi on the Middle East crisis, discussions on petroleum, electricity, and other issues

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading a high-level meeting to discuss the ongoing Middle East crisis and ensure the uninterrupted supply of essential commodities like petroleum and electricity in India.

Mar 22 • 11:49 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

China completes Asia's deepest well after drilling more than 10,000 meters in Xinjiang

China National Petroleum Corporation has announced the completion of the Shenditake-1 well in Xinjiang, marking it as the deepest in Asia at 10,910 meters.

Mar 22 • 03:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

5th time in March: Petrol hits N1,332 as Dangote hikes price again

Petrol prices in Nigeria have skyrocketed to N1,332 per litre due to another price hike by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery.

Mar 22 • 01:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Neither water nor R$ 15 thousand', laments farmer who incurred debt and found possible oil in Ceará

A farmer in Ceará, Brazil, initially aimed to drill for water but instead may have discovered oil, leading to financial burdens and uncertainty.

Mar 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

JUST IN: Dangote hikes petrol price fifth time in March to N1,275/litre

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has raised the petrol price for the fifth time this March to N1,275 per litre amid increasing volatility in Nigeria's deregulated petrol sector.

Mar 21 • 07:27 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

S’Africa, others turn to Dangote for fuel supply

Several African nations, including South Africa, are increasingly relying on Dangote's petroleum refinery due to disruptions in traditional oil supply chains.

Mar 21 • 01:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

4th time in March: Dangote hikes fuel price to N1,245

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has raised the price of petrol to N1,245 per litre, marking the fourth increase this month due to rising global geopolitical tensions.

Mar 21 • 00:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

US authorizes temporary delivery and sale of Iranian oil

The United States has granted a 30-day permit for the delivery and sale of Iranian crude oil and petroleum products, which is applicable only to oil already in transit.

Mar 20 • 23:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Fuel imports plummet, and ANP sees 'exceptional risk situation'

The Brazilian National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) reports a significant decline in fuel imports due to geopolitical tensions, particularly from the conflict in Iran, which has led to increased pressure on local fuel availability and prices.

Mar 20 • 19:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

BREAKING: Dangote refinery hikes fuel price to N1,245/litre

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Nigeria announced a price increase for petrol to N1,245 per litre, citing global geopolitical tensions as the reason for the hike.

Mar 20 • 18:55 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The 'Plan B' that Emerged at the Yacht Club to Reactivate the Economy and Return to the Markets

Economists at an event in Buenos Aires proposed corrective measures to address emerging market concerns, amidst geopolitical tensions affecting global growth and inflation.

Mar 20 • 17:06 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Fuel Runs Dry in Nelson Mandela Bay

Fuel shortages in Nelson Mandela Bay are escalating due to petroleum companies limiting supplies, citing the Gulf war as a contributing factor.

Mar 20 • 10:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Do not panic book LPG, advice from the Ministry of Petroleum

The Indian Ministry of Petroleum has advised against panic booking of LPG cylinders, assuring that there is currently no shortage in demand.

Mar 20 • 05:56 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Reps warn of imminent petrol scarcity, price hike

The Nigerian House of Representatives has raised alarms about the potential return of fuel scarcity, warning that without corrective measures, petrol queues and rising prices are likely to occur soon.

Mar 19 • 18:58 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NUPRC probes gas bubbling in Rivers community

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission is investigating a gas bubbling incident in Bille Community, Rivers State, with significant concerns for environmental safety.

Mar 19 • 18:20 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

LPG supply in the country is normal: Petroleum Ministry

The Petroleum Ministry of India has stated that while there are concerns regarding LPG supply, there is no shortage, and the supply remains normal across the country.

Mar 19 • 13:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Fires broke out at two Kuwaiti oil refineries after drone strikes

Drone attacks on Thursday resulted in fires at two oil refineries owned by Kuwait National Petroleum Company.

Mar 19 • 09:31 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kuwait: A second drone attack on refinery

A second drone attack has targeted a refinery in Kuwait, resulting in a fire, according to the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation.

Mar 19 • 08:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Drone attack at Kuwait oil refinery caused fire

A drone attack on a facility of the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation in the Mina Ahmadi complex resulted in a small fire, but no casualties were reported.

Mar 19 • 08:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Farmer who found possible oil in CE must isolate well while awaiting ANP report

A farmer in Brazil awaits a definitive report from the National Agency of Petroleum (ANP) on a mysterious liquid resembling oil found in his backyard.

Mar 19 • 05:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Dangote imported $3.74bn crude in 2025 – CBN

Nigeria's Dangote Petroleum Refinery imported $3.74 billion worth of crude oil in 2025, marking a significant change in the country's oil trade despite being a producer.

Mar 19 • 00:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

EFCC returns N3.94bn recovered funds to NNPCL

The EFCC returned nearly 3.94 billion Naira to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, recovered from fraudulent activities.

Mar 18 • 20:41 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The first LPG ATM has opened in the country, bring empty cylinders and take them filled in minutes!

India has launched its first LPG ATM in Gurugram, providing quick access to liquefied petroleum gas amidst supply shortages.

Mar 18 • 13:11 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

India increases liquefied petroleum gas production amid Middle East crisis

India has ramped up its liquefied petroleum gas production following supply disruptions caused by the ongoing Middle East crisis.

Mar 18 • 12:54 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: No Clear Framework Guiding Fuel Subsidies, Auditor-General Warns

The Auditor-General of Kenya highlights the absence of a clear governance framework for the country's fuel subsidy program, raising significant concerns over accountability and sustainability.

Mar 18 • 12:36 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Gas Supply Falls 8.5 Percent to 4.7 Metric Tonnes Daily

Nigeria's Liquefied Petroleum Gas supply has decreased by 8.5% in February 2026 compared to December 2025, attributed to rising crude oil prices due to a Middle-Eastern crisis.

Mar 18 • 09:32 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Gasoline subsidies are "just a painkiller"; fear of rising prices for petroleum-related products

Japan's government plans to reinstate gasoline subsidies to lower prices amid record high fuel costs, but experts warn that the relief is only temporary and may lead to increased prices for other petroleum-based products.

Mar 18 • 09:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NUPRC advances 2025 oil licensing round to bidding stage

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has moved the 2025 oil and gas licensing round to the bidding stage after completing the pre-qualification process.

Mar 18 • 02:32 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Need for strategic oil reserves

The article discusses the need for Nigeria to establish strategic reserves for petroleum products amidst ongoing supply challenges.

Mar 18 • 01:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'LPG production increased by 38%, sufficient oil reserves', government in action mode on energy crisis

The Indian government assures that there is no shortage of LPG and petroleum products amidst geopolitical tensions.

Mar 17 • 15:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India's 300,000 Metric Tons of LPG Stuck in Hormuz, Government Reveals Ships' 'Exit Plan'

India has approximately 300,000 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) trapped in the Strait of Hormuz, with plans revealed by the government regarding ship exits.

Mar 17 • 12:20 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

LSM explains: The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz affects not only oil prices – the biggest challenges are yet to come

The ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has led to rising oil prices, impacting global supply chains beyond just petroleum.

Mar 17 • 09:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NUPRC shortlists firms for Nigeria’s 50-block oil auction

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has completed the pre-qualification process for its 2025 oil and gas licensing round, moving towards competitive bidding.

Mar 17 • 08:43 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

‘Nanda Devi’ arrives in India after crossing Hormuz, first picture from Vadinar port

The Indian vessel 'Nanda Devi' has safely arrived in India at Vadinar port, carrying over 47,000 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas amid ongoing tensions in Hormuz following attacks on Iran.

Mar 17 • 07:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The ship 'Nanda Devi' also returns to India from Hormuz, bringing 47,000 metric tons of LPG

The LPG tanker 'Nanda Devi' has successfully reached India from the Hormuz Strait carrying over 47,000 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas amid increasing tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 17 • 05:53 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Senate clears Magnus Abe as NUPRC board chair

The Nigerian Senate has approved Magnus Abe as the new Chairman of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission.

Mar 17 • 00:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

ANP wants to regulate diesel subsidy this week, says director-general

The Brazilian National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) aims to finalize diesel price references for a new subsidy program to combat rising oil prices influenced by the conflict in Iran.

Mar 16 • 20:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Senate clears Magnus Abe as NUPRC board chairman

The Nigerian Senate has approved Magnus Abe as the new Chairman of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission.

Mar 16 • 17:55 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Minister of Industry: "Oil Company Price Reductions Are Slow to Reflect at Gas Stations"

The South Korean government is enhancing management of maximum price regulations for petroleum products in response to rising international oil prices due to the Middle East crisis, while calling for faster implementation of price reductions at gas stations.

Mar 16 • 11:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

HPCL has released recruitment for 731 positions, salary will exceed 2 lakh

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) is offering a significant job opportunity with the recruitment of 731 positions for graduate candidates, with a salary exceeding 2 lakh.

Mar 16 • 03:57 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Significant Increase in Petrol, Diesel and LPG Prices in Nepal

Nepal has announced a substantial rise in petroleum prices due to escalating global market rates and supply challenges.

Mar 15 • 22:22 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Oil stored in Europe’s strategic reserves to hit the market by the end of March

The International Energy Agency announced that oil and petroleum products from strategic reserves will be released in Asia and Oceania without delay, while they will be available in Europe and America by the end of March.

Mar 15 • 18:15 UTC

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