Nigeria’s 2026 Decommissioning and Abandonment Regulations: What upstream operators, investors and lenders need to know

BusinessDay | 27-08-2026 10:16am |

Nigeria's upcoming 2026 Decommissioning and Abandonment Regulations will introduce new requirements for upstream petroleum operators. The regulations distinguish between decommissioning, which involves ceasing operations, and abandonment, which covers the final plugging and removal of facilities. Operators, investors, and lenders need to understand these obligations to ensure compliance and manage liabilities.

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