Nigeria’s crude oil production experienced a decline in August, dropping to 1.63 million barrels per day, down from 1.71 million barrels per day in July. According to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), the decrease was primarily due to unscheduled maintenance at a refinery facility. The commission disclosed this information in its Crude Oil and Condensate Production report for August 2025.

The drop represents a 4.7 percent decrease in combined crude oil and condensate production, with crude oil production itself declining by 4.8 percent from 1.5 million barrels per day in July. The lowest and peak combined crude and condensate production in August were 1.59 million barrels per day and 1.85 million barrels per day, respectively.

Despite the monthly decline, Nigeria’s crude oil production increased by 5.5 percent on a year-on-year basis, rising from 1.58 million barrels per day in August 2024 to 1.63 million barrels per day in August 2025. Daily condensate production in August stood at 197,229 barrels per day, reflecting a decline from the previous month.

In August, Nigeria’s crude oil output achieved 96 percent of its OPEC quota, which is set at 1.5 million barrels per day. The Forcados Terminal was the top producer, delivering a total of 8.99 million barrels, including 8.08 million barrels of crude oil and 915,200 barrels of condensates.

The NUPRC report provides insight into Nigeria’s oil production trends, highlighting the impact of maintenance activities on output. The decline in production may have implications for the country’s oil revenue and overall economy. As Nigeria continues to navigate the complexities of the global oil market, monitoring production levels and addressing maintenance issues will be crucial for optimizing output and meeting OPEC quotas.