The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC Limited) has announced a profit margin after tax of N5.4trn for its 2024 financial performance.
The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari said this at a press briefing on Monday.
He declared a total of ₦45.1trn during the year, and an 88% year-on-year growth increase
He said earnings per share is N27.07, a 64% year-on-year growth.
Ojulari said the earnings highlight the positive momentum of its ongoing transformation and the unwavering commitment of workforce.
He added that the workforce provides a solid foundation for the ambitious growth ahead, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s mandate, reaffirming the company’s commitment to delivering value to Nigerians.
“Our transformation is anchored on transparency, innovation, and disciplined growth and we are positioning NNPC Limited as a globally competitive energy company capable of delivering sustainable returns while powering the future of Nigeria and Africa.”
Describing NNPC Limited as Nigeria’s leading oil and gas company, Ojulari explained that the organisation, established in 1977, underwent a major transformation in July 2022, becoming a fully commercial and profit-driven entity under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) of 2021.
“Today, NNPC Limited plays a pivotal role across the entire oil and gas value chain, from exploration and production to refining and distribution, driving growth and energy security for Nigeria and the continent.”
“The 2024 Audited Financial Statement will be Roadmap for Sustained Growth and Energy Security and NNPC Limited is accelerating investments across upstream operations, gas infrastructure, and clean energy to extend growth into the next decade.
“Key strategic targets include: increasing crude oil production to 2 million barrels per day (bpd) by 2027 and 3 million bpd by 2030. Growing natural gas production to 10 bcf/d by 2027 and 12 bcf/d by 2030 and completing major gas infrastructure projects such as Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK), Escravos-Lagos Pipeline System (ELPS) and Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) pipelines to strengthen domestic supply and regional integration.”
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