Nigeria’s oil production has declined by 5.9% year-on-year, with the country producing 1.599 million barrels per day (bpd) in November 2025, down from 1.698 million bpd in the same period in 2024. This is according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), which released its December 2025 Crude Oil and Condensate Production report.
The report also indicates a month-on-month decrease in oil output, with production dropping from 1.698 million bpd in October 2025 to 1.599 million bpd in November 2025. The lowest and peak combined crude oil and condensate production in November were 1.54 million barrels per day (bopd) and 1.79 million bopd, respectively.
The average crude oil production for November was 96% of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) quota, which is set at 1.5 million bpd. The daily average production in November consisted of 1,436,005 barrels per day of crude oil and 163,049 barrels per day of condensate, totaling 1,599,054 barrels per day.
Nigeria’s oil production decline is a significant development in the global energy market, given the country’s position as a major oil-producing nation. The decrease in production may have implications for the country’s economy, which is heavily reliant on oil exports. The NUPRC report provides insight into the current state of Nigeria’s oil industry, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and analysis of the sector’s performance.
The decline in oil production may be attributed to various factors, including operational challenges, maintenance activities, and security issues. The Nigerian government and industry stakeholders may need to reassess their strategies to address these challenges and optimize oil production. As the global energy landscape continues to evolve, Nigeria’s oil production trends will be closely watched by industry experts and investors.