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ExxonMobil to Invest $1 Billion in Nigeria

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July 9, 2026

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ExxonMobil and its partners will invest 1 billion in the Usan Infill Project offshore Nigeria, a development expected to add about 40,000 barrels per day (bbl/d) of crude oil production. ExxonMobil Nigeria Managing Director Jagir Baxi confirmed the investment commitment during an industry conference in Abuja, Nigeria. The investment marks ExxonMobil’s return to drilling activity [] The post ExxonMobil to Invest 1 Billion in Nigeria first appeared on Egypt Oil Gas.

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· Jul 1, 2026

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· Jun 25, 2026

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Foreign Policy Journal

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· Jul 9, 2026

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