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Niger releases first oil data yearbook

The Ministry of Petroleum compiled statistics from 2011 to 2024 covering exploration, production, and economic contributions.

Niger's Ministry of Petroleum has published its first statistical yearbook, compiling oil sector data from 2011 to 2024. The document synthesizes information on exploration, production, transport, refining, marketing, economic contributions, and future development prospects. This initiative aims to make oil a driver of inclusive growth and sustainable development for Niger's citizens.

The yearbook highlights the government's efforts to ensure the oil sector relies on solid and reliable information for strategic decisions. It serves as a reference tool for public authorities, technical and financial partners, investors, academics, and the public. The ministry stated the document consolidates, structures, and values all sector data to promote good governance and transparency.

This publication supports the government's commitment to transparency and results-based planning in managing oil resources. The ministry emphasized the need for solid and reliable information to guide oil policy, the minister's mission letter, local content strategy, and resource management strategy amid energy and geopolitical challenges.

Why it mattersNigeriens can access a comprehensive overview of the nation's oil sector, aiding transparency and informed decision-making.