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The NMDPRA is the Midstream and Downstream Technical and Commercial Regulator of the Oil&Gas Industry

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Otherwise known as “The Authority”) was created in September 2021 in line with the Petroleum Industry Act which seeks to provide legal, governance, regulatory and fiscal framework for the Nigerian Petroleum Industry and development of Host Communities. The Authority is responsible for the technical and commercial regulation of the midstream and downstream operations in Nigeria. With the merger of three extant oil regulatory agencies: Department of Petroleum Resources (Gas Operations, Domestic Gas Supply and Utilization), Petroleum Products Pricing Regulatory Agency (PPPRA) and Petroleum Equalization Fund (PEF). The Authority was birthed to a new dawn with the key objective to establish a progressive fiscal framework that encourages investment in the Nigerian petroleum industry, provides clarity, enhances revenues for the government while ensuring a fair return for investors.

29/10/2026

NMDPRA RECORDS ROBUST PARTICIPATION AT OTL ENERGY WEEK 2026

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) recorded robust participation in panel discussions at OTL Energy Week 2026, contributing regulatory insights and industry perspectives on key issues shaping Nigeria’s and West Africa’s energy markets.

Engr. Francis Ogaree, Executive Director, Hydrocarbon Processing Plants, Installations and Transportation Infrastructure (HPPITI), was represented by Dr. Stanley Ngene at a panel on Feedstock Strategy and Refinery Competitiveness.

Engr. Olakanmi Ayodeji, Director, Distribution Systems, Storage and Retailing Infrastructure (DSSRI), participated in discussions on the African Energy Outlook and the Tanker Shipping and Logistics Forum.

Similarly, Engr. Elvis Duruji, Deputy Director, Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF), and Engr. Amos Oliver, Assistant Director, Health, Safety, Environment and Community (HSEC), contributed to discussions on Scaling Energy Options: Unlocking Gas and Renewables through Processing and Infrastructure.

Engr. Adedayo Oyinlola of Economic Regulations and Strategic Planning (ERSP) spoke at the West African Fuels Congress: What’s New and What’s Next?, while Dr. Priscilla Ekpe, also of ERSP, participated in the Energy, Finance and Investment Forum.

The Authority’s broad participation underscored its commitment to constructive industry engagement, regulatory collaboration and the development of an efficient, competitive and sustainable midstream and downstream petroleum sector.

26/10/2026

NMDPRA LAUNCHES REVISION II OF THE GAS TRANSPORTATION NETWORK CODE.

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has launched the Nigerian Gas Transportation Network Code (NGTNC) Revision 2.

The Authority Chief Executive (ACE), Mallam Rabiu Abdullahi Umar, performed the launch at the opening of OTL Africa Downstream Energy Week 2026 in Lagos.

In his address, the ACE described the Network Code as a critical framework for ensuring transparent, non-discriminatory access to Nigeria’s gas transportation infrastructure. He noted that the Code establishes clear rules for capacity booking, gas nominations, balancing, measurement and quality, providing greater predictability for shippers, investors and other industry participants.

He highlighted the importance of an efficient gas transportation framework and stronger regional regulatory collaboration in advancing energy security, investment and economic prosperity across Africa.

He explained that Revision 2 builds on the initial framework introduced in 2020 and the first revision in 2024, strengthening the rules governing gas transportation while supporting the development of a more integrated and efficient gas market.

Mallam Umar further emphasised that Nigeria’s substantial gas resources present significant opportunities for industrial growth, power generation, job creation and regional trade. However, he stressed that unlocking these opportunities requires investment in transportation infrastructure, processing facilities, storage and product logistics, alongside effective regulation.

The ACE also participated in a panel discussion themed “Regulatory Convergence in African Oil and Gas Markets,” alongside Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana’s National Petroleum Authority, and Mr. Musa Njie, Director of Water, Petroleum and Electricity at The Gambia’s Public Utilities Regulatory Authority.

The discussion provided an opportunity to examine the role of regulatory cooperation in improving market efficiency, attracting investment and developing integrated energy markets across the continent.

Addressing the broader African energy landscape, the ACE called for greater regulatory convergence among African countries to facilitate cross-border energy trade, harmonise standards and strengthen regional energy security. He stressed that such convergence should promote cooperation without undermining individual countries’ responsibility to secure energy supplies for their citizens.

Mallam Umar reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to transparent regulation, efficient implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act 2021 and sustained engagement with industry stakeholders to strengthen Nigeria’s midstream and downstream petroleum sectors.

He called on refiners, marketers, logistics operators, financiers and other industry stakeholders to partner with the Authority in building a resilient energy sector that supports domestic supply, encourages investment and contributes to Africa’s long-term prosperity.

23/10/2026

Gas is the Future. The Network is the Enabler.

Join the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) as we launch Revision 2 of the Nigerian Gas Transportation Network Code (NGTNC).

📅 Date: Monday, 26 October 2026

22/10/2026

Our latest monthly factsheet for September 2026 is now available. These figures provide key insights into market performance, supply trends and sector dynamics for the period under review.

Head to our website or follow the link https://www.nmdpra.gov.ng/OilGasData

22/10/2026

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Plot 1012, Cadastral Zone, AOO, Central Business District
Abuja
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Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

Website

https://nmdpra.gov.ng/

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