Niger's national oil company agrees to resume oil exploration in Borno state following security assurances from Governor Zulum.
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum voiced concerns about the Maiduguri Emergency Power Plant's delayed upgrade. He said the state has significant hydrocarbon potential and urged oil exploration to restart. The NNPC confirmed its commitment to resume oil exploration in Borno, with NNPCL agreeing to fast-track operations.
- Governor Zulum expressed concern over the delayed upgrade of the Maiduguri Emergency Power Plant.
- Governor Zulum stated Borno has enormous commercial hydrocarbon potential.
- NNPC reaffirmed its commitment to reactivate oil exploration in Borno State.
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