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Oando Records N4.1trn Revenue In 2024

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1 year ago

June 4, 2025

Oando PLC, Africa’s leading integrated energy company listed on both the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), has posted a 44per cent increase in revenue to N4.1trillion in 2024, compared to N2.9 trillion recorded in 2023.

In the upstream, Oando’s production witnessed a 3per cent increase to 23,727 boepd; made up of crude oil production which increased by 27per cent to 7,558 bopd, while NGL production and gas decreased respectively by 35per cent to 156 bpd, and 5per cent to 16,013 boepd.

The company’s 2P reserves grew 95per cent year-on-year to 983 MMboe (2023: 505 MMboe), representing a 188per cent reserves replacement ratio and underscoring the strength of the company’s upstream portfolio post-acquisition.

The company also reported a sustained operational uptime of 86per cent, supporting off-take reliability and reducing deferred production.

Similarly, other indigenous players have also reported significant revenue growth following the recent wave of International Oil Company divestments.

Seplat recorded a revenue of ₦1.65 trillion, representing a 137per cent increase from 2023, while Aradel posted ₦581.2 billion in revenue, a 162per cent increase compared to the previous year.

Speaking on the company’s upstream performance, Group Chief Executive, Oando PLC, Wale Tinubu said, “2024 was a defining year for Oando, with the successful acquisition and integration of NAOC marking the culmination of a decade-long strategic growth journey which has significantly deepened our upstream portfolio, resulting in our assumption of operatorship of the OML 60–63 series and the doubling of our working interest in the assets from 20per cent to 40per cent, as well as our 2P reserves from 500 million barrels of oil equivalent to 1 billion barrels.

In the downstream, Oando’s trading subsidiary reported that it sold 20.7 million barrels of crude oil in 2024; a 37per cent decline from 2023 due to structural changes in the Nigerian oil market.

Additionally, refined product volumes declined by 64per cent to just over 599 kMT, due to weakened domestic demand, driven by the challenging macroeconomic in-country.

Projections for global oil prices and demand in 2025 remain uncertain due to persistent macroeconomic and trade policy uncertainties.

JP Morgan pegs Brent to peak at $66/bbl in 2025 and $58/bbl in 2026 while the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) predictions project Brent crude oil prices to fall from an average of $81 per barrel (b) in 2024 to $74/b in 2025 and $66/b in 2026 citing an increase in global production coupled with slower global demand growth.

Within its renewable energy business, the company continued to advance its clean energy agenda recording measurable progress across multiple verticals.

By the end of 2024 the electric mass transit programme had covered 121,145 km, transported over 205,000 passengers, displacing 163,546 kg of CO₂ emissions and saving more than 60,000 litres of diesel.

Other notable achievements include signing MoUs for wind projects with Cross River and Edo State as well as launching a geothermal feasibility study in collaboration with NNPC, exploring the conversion of mature wells to renewable power assets.

As the company continues to integrate its expanded portfolio following its most recent strategic acquisition, current projections show it’s gone into 2025 with strong momentum and clear ambition.

Tinubu further remarked that “Looking ahead, 2025 will be our year of execution. Our key priorities shall include unlocking synergies from the acquisition, addressing above-ground security risks through the implementation of a revamped security framework aimed at curbing the persistent theft of oil, cost optimization, balance sheet restructuring, enhancing operational efficiency, and leveraging technology to improve productivity across our operations.

“In our bid to ramp up production towards achieving our target of 100,000 bopd and 1.5 tcf of gas by 2029, we shall pursue a dual-track approach of rig-less interventions and well workovers, complemented by an aggressive drilling program.

“We are excited by the opportunities that lie ahead and remain committed to delivering enhanced shareholder returns, shared prosperity and maintaining our position as a leading player in Africa’s evolving energy landscape,” he said.

The published audited FY 2024 results also include approximately four months of contribution from Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC), following the completion of the acquisition on August 22, 2024. Following this, the company has set a production guidance of 30,000–40,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boepd) in its 2025 outlook.

This aligns with its post-acquisition optimisation plans to maximise portfolio value and supports its four-year target of reaching 100,000 barrels per day.

It is evident that local players, particularly those that have become operators following the recent IOC divestments, are increasingly well-positioned to drive the future of the Nigerian energy sector.

These indigenous companies possess unique insights and contextual experience that enable them to more effectively manage onshore and shallow water assets.

Also, this shift is expected to generate a ripple effect across the economy by increasing local employment, enhancing capacity development, and improving government revenue through taxes retained within the country, revenue that was previously repatriated to the home countries of the International Oil Companies (IOCs).

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Top 10 Richest Yoruba Billionaires: South West Wealthiest Entrepreneurs, Key Factors Behind Their Wealth

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15 hours ago

July 26, 2026

The Daily Voice

The Yoruba ethnic group, predominantly located in Nigeria’s southwestern region, has long been home to some of the wealthiest and most influential entrepreneurs in Africa.

Over the years, these Yoruba billionaires have made significant impacts across various sectors, including oil and gas, banking, telecommunications, real estate, and entertainment. Their business acumen and achievements have not only helped shape Nigeria’s economy but have also garnered international recognition.

Here’s a look at the top 10 richest Yoruba billionaires and the key factors behind their wealth:

10. Sulaiman Adebola Adegunwa
Sulaiman Adegunwa is a billionaire philanthropist and businessman from Ogun State. He is the founder of Rite Foods Limited, a company best known for producing popular food and beverage brands in Nigeria. His investments also extend to education, as he founded the Sulaimon College of Education in Ogun State.

9. Fola Adeola
Fola Adeola is best known as the founder of Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), one of Nigeria’s largest and most respected financial institutions. He is also involved in several other ventures, including heading MainOne, a telecom company, and running the FATE Foundation, which supports entrepreneurship in Nigeria. His net worth is around $550 million.

8. Dele Fajemirokun
Dele Fajemirokun is one of the most respected Yoruba business figures, with investments spanning insurance, oil, and telecommunications. He is the chairman of AIICO Insurance and a key investor in Food Concepts, the parent company of Chicken Republic. His business acumen has earned him a net worth of $500 million.

7. Samuel Adedoyin
Samuel Adedoyin is a self-made billionaire who overcame humble beginnings to become one of the wealthiest Yoruba men in Nigeria. He is the founder of the Doyin Group, a conglomerate involved in manufacturing, agriculture, and real estate. Adedoyin’s journey from small business ventures to becoming a billionaire is truly inspirational, and his net worth is estimated at $540 million.

6. Oba Otudeko
Oba Otudeko, a respected business magnate and philanthropist, is the founder of Honeywell Group, a diversified industrial conglomerate with interests in food processing, oil and gas, and real estate. He also played a pivotal role in the Nigerian banking industry, previously serving as the chairman of First Bank of Nigeria. Otudeko’s net worth is around $550 million.

5. Tunde Folawiyo
As the managing director of Yinka Folawiyo Group, a conglomerate with interests in energy, agriculture, and real estate, Tunde Folawiyo carries on the legacy of his family’s business empire. His ventures in shipping and energy are particularly notable, and he also serves on the board of MTN Nigeria. His estimated net worth is around $650 million.

4. Deji Adeleke
Dr. Deji Adeleke is a prominent businessman and philanthropist, best known as the father of the famous Nigerian musician Davido. He is the founder of Pacific Holdings Limited, a company with interests in oil and gas, real estate, and logistics. Adeleke is also an investor in education, having established Adeleke University in Osun State. His net worth is estimated at over $700 million.

3. Jimoh Ibrahim
Jimoh Ibrahim is another leading Yoruba entrepreneur who has built his fortune through diversified business ventures. He is the CEO of Global Fleet Group, a conglomerate with interests in oil and gas, insurance, real estate, aviation, and publishing. A lawyer by training, Jimoh Ibrahim’s net worth stands at around $1.1 billion, largely due to his ability to navigate various industries successfully.

2. Femi Otedola
Femi Otedola is one of Nigeria’s most recognized billionaires, primarily due to his involvement in the oil and gas industry. He is the former chairman of Forte Oil, a major petroleum marketing company in Nigeria, and his business ventures have expanded into power generation, finance, and real estate. Otedola’s investments in key sectors like shipping and energy make him a major player in Nigeria’s economy. As of 2024, his net worth is estimated at $1.8 billion.

1. Mike Adenuga
While Mike Adenuga is a Yoruba billionaire, his reach extends beyond Nigeria to the rest of Africa. He is the founder of Globacom, one of Nigeria’s largest telecommunications companies, and he also has interests in oil exploration through his company Conoil. Adenuga’s strategic positioning in telecoms and oil has made him the second-richest man in Nigeria, with a net worth of over $6 billion.

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FG Unveils Employment Portal, Targets 26,961 Nigerians for New Jobs

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18 hours ago

July 26, 2026

The Daily Voice

The Federal Government has launched the online registration portal for Phase III of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI), with plans to train 26,961 unemployed Nigerians in 70 high-demand skills as part of efforts to tackle unemployment and boost entrepreneurship nationwide.

The programme, which will run across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), is expected to commence in August 2026 after the registration process is completed.

Speaking during the launch, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Mohammed Dingyadi, said the initiative is designed to equip unemployed Nigerians with practical, market-driven skills that can lead to employment or self-reliance.

He explained that the government would adopt a ward-to-ward selection process to ensure that beneficiaries are drawn from communities across the country, promoting fairness and wider participation.

According to the minister, the programme aligns with the Federal Government’s broader agenda to reduce unemployment by expanding access to vocational training and enterprise development.

As part of the initiative, the government also announced plans to resettle 3,405 outstanding graduate trainees with starter packs and work tools after completing their training.

The support package is intended to help beneficiaries establish businesses or begin careers in their chosen trades, strengthening the government’s push for sustainable job creation.

Dingyadi acknowledged complaints from beneficiaries of the earlier phases regarding unpaid stipends and delayed resettlement support.

He attributed the setbacks to funding constraints and assured participants that the ministry was working with relevant authorities to secure the release of funds needed to settle all outstanding obligations.

“I wish to assure all affected beneficiaries that this Ministry is fully aware of the matter and is working with the relevant authorities to ensure the release of the necessary funds so that all outstanding obligations can be met without further delay,” he said.

Director-General of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE), Silas Agara, said the upgraded registration portal includes new security and verification features to improve transparency and efficiency.

Applicants will be required to verify their identities using their National Identification Number (NIN), while the system will automatically prevent multiple registrations and assign applicants to training centres closest to their locations.

Agara added that persons living with disabilities would be identified during registration and matched with skills programmes suited to their needs.

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UK Lists 10 Requirements Nigerians Need To Secure Work Visa

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2 days ago

July 25, 2026

The Daily Voice

The UK Home Office has set out detailed requirements that foreign nationals, including Nigerians, must satisfy before they can qualify for a Skilled Worker visa.

The requirements, published on the UK government’s official website, apply to overseas professionals seeking to work in eligible jobs with approved employers across the United Kingdom.

According to the Home Office, applicants must meet employment, salary, language and documentation requirements before a visa can be granted. Additional evidence may also be requested depending on an applicant’s circumstances.

1. Have a job offer from an approved employer: Applicants must first secure a job offer from a UK employer licensed by the Home Office to sponsor foreign workers.

The employer must issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS), which contains details of the job being offered.

2. Work in an eligible occupation: The job must appear on the UK’s list of eligible occupations for the Skilled Worker visa. Applicants must know the correct occupation code assigned to their role before applying.

3. Meet the minimum salary requirement: Most applicants must earn at least £41,700 per year or the “going rate” for their occupation, whichever is higher.

Most applicants must earn at least £41,700 per year or the “going rate” for their occupation, whichever is higher. Lower salary thresholds may apply for some healthcare workers, graduates, younger applicants and certain PhD holders.

4. Prove English language ability: Applicants must show they can speak, read, write and understand English. This can be done through approved English language tests or recognised educational qualifications taught in English.

5. Hold a valid passport: Applicants must provide a valid passport or another accepted document proving their identity and nationality as part of the visa application.

6. Show proof of financial support: Most applicants must demonstrate they have at least £1,270 available to support themselves after arriving in the UK unless their employer confirms it will cover those costs.

7. Pay visa fees and healthcare surcharge: Applicants must pay the visa application fee, the Immigration Health Surcharge for each year of their stay, and meet any other required charges before their application can be processed.

Partners and children of Skilled Worker visa holders may apply as dependants. Supporting a partner requires showing at least £285 in available funds, £315 for one child, and £200 for each additional child

8. Submit supporting documents: Applicants must provide supporting documents, including their Certificate of Sponsorship reference number, salary details, occupation code and employer information. Depending on individual circumstances, additional documents may also be required.

9. Provide extra certificates where required: Some applicants may need to submit additional documents such as tuberculosis (TB) test results, criminal record certificates, Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificates or proof of overseas qualifications.

10. Apply within the required timeframe: Applicants must submit their Skilled Worker visa application within three months of receiving their Certificate of Sponsorship from their employer.

The Home Office also advises applicants to complete identity verification and provide all required documents before a decision can be made.

Additional documents may be requested

The UK government stressed that meeting the eligibility requirements does not automatically guarantee visa approval. Immigration officials may request further documents or information to verify an applicant’s eligibility before making a final decision.

For Nigerians and other foreign professionals hoping to work in the UK, understanding these 10 requirements can help them prepare a stronger Skilled Worker visa application.

Full breakdown of the rules can be downloaded here.