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ISRAEL-IRAN WAR: Israel strikes Iranian nuclear facility and military bases in Ahvaz and Mahshahr

21 June 2025

Israeli forces struck multiple Iranian targets on June 21, including military infrastructure in the southwestern cities of Ahvaz and Mahshahr.

Nigeria’s Dangote refinery to export first gasoline cargo to Asia

19 June 2025

Nigeria’s Dangote refinery is set to export 90,000 tonnes of gasoline to Asia, marking its first such shipment outside of West Africa.

Iran and Israel trade blows on energy infrastructure

19 June 2025

The conflict between Israel and Iran expanded to include energy infrastructure this week, with both countries launching missiles at fuel storage depots, refineries and gas facilities in a bid to harm the opposite side’s ability to wage war.

Nigeria’s PETROAN fights back against Dangote distribution plans

18 June 2025

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has pushed back against plans by the 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) Dangote refinery to start distributing its petroleum products to outlets across the country.

Algeria set to invest $7bn in petrochemical & refining projects

18 June 2025

Algeria is set to invest $7bn into new petrochemical and refining projects to move away from exporting raw hydrocarbons – aiming to produce quality chemical products instead, according to Zawya.

Equatorial Guinea leads regional greener development effort for oil and gas sector

18 June 2025

Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema visited Equatorial Guinea’s Golden Swan industrial complex, a testament to the country’s effort to lead greener development of its oil and gas sector.

Iraq approves Chinese investment talks for energy and mining projects

18 June 2025

Iraq's government has greenlit discussions with Chinese industrial giant Tsingshan Holding Group over potential investments spanning gas processing, sulphur production and iron ore mining operations.

Pakistan considers new oil routes from UAE, Saudi Arabia

17 June 2025

Pakistan is considering importing its crude oil from Saudi Arabia and the UAE through pipelines if the Strait of Hormuz is shut down due to the ongoing war between Iran and Israel.

Tanzanian-owned Lake Gas challenges Kenyan safety concerns over LPG imports

17 June 2025

Tanzanian-owned cooking gas distributor Lake Gas has defended its first bulk consignment of imported Liquefied Petroleum Gas after the Kenya Bureau of Standards blocked its release over safety concerns.

Oil prices retreat as Tehran signals de-escalation

17 June 2025

Crude benchmarks have fallen as Iranian seeks a ceasefire with Israel

Egypt announces halt in Israeli gas supplies, fertiliser companies suspend operations

13 June 2025

Egypt's Ministry of Petroleum announced a halt in natural gas supplies from Eastern suppliers, referring to Israel, which stopped its oil supplies from the Leviathan field as a precautionary measure against an expected Iranian attack.

Nigeria's Oando shares rise 40% after strong earnings and $375mn funding boost

13 June 2025

Shares in Oando Plc, a Nigerian multinational energy company, surged by nearly 40% on the NGX after the release of strong 2024 financial results and the announcement of a major reserve-based loan facility.

Nigeria’s petrol import bill falls 54% in 1Q25 as Dangote refinery increases output

13 June 2025

Nigeria’s petrol import bill fell to NGN1.76 trillion ($1.4bn) in the first quarter of 2025, representing a 54% year-on-year decline, as domestic refining increased following ramped-up output from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery.

Israel may launch attack on Iran, US officials say

12 June 2025

Officials from the US and Europe have warned that Israel is preparing to launch an attack on Iran – a move that could derail the Trump administration’s efforts to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.

Petredec set to construct Tanga LPG terminal in Tanzania

12 June 2025

Singapore-based integrated LPG company Petredec is set to begin the construction of Tanzania’s Tanga LPG terminal – slated to be the largest LPG facility in the world once completed, according to Energy Capital & Power.

ENOC, DP World sign emergency response agreement in Dubai

11 June 2025

Emirates National Oil Co. (ENOC) and DP World have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to improve emergency and fire response faculties at vital energy and logistics infrastructure located across Dubai.

Dangote announces ‘shakeup’ of Nigerian downstream sector

11 June 2025

CEO of Dangote Group Aliko Dangote has revealed that Nigeria’s downstream sector is set to face a “shakeup” in the coming months.

UAE's ADNOC Gas takes FID on Rich Gas project

10 June 2025

ADNOC Gas is progressing on another major gas initiative as it moves ahead with various billion-dollar investments to achieve gas self-sufficiency

Ghana’s new fuel tax sparks opposition backlash amidst energy crisis reforms

10 June 2025

Ghana’s opposition lawmakers have called on the government to immediately withdraw a controversial new GHS1 ($0.10) fuel levy, warning that it will worsen economic burdens and undermine public trust.

Work continues on Iran's first mini LNG project

9 June 2025

Iran's first privately-backed, mini-LNG project is reported to have reached 44% completion

NGX targets Dangote Petrochemicals, NNPCL listings to support $1 trillion GDP goal

9 June 2025

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) plans to list Dangote Petrochemicals and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd in 2025 as part of efforts to expand market capitalisation and contribute to the federal government’s $1 trillion GDP target by 2030.

Iraq accuses Kurdish govt. of causing significant losses

8 June 2025

The Iraqi Ministry of Oil has sharply criticised the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) for its persistent failure to hand over crude oil revenues.

Iran says $18bn needed to unlock full petchem capacity amid feedstock shortage

8 June 2025

Iran requires around $18bn in fresh investment to fully tap into the potential of its petrochemical sector, Deputy Oil Minister for Petrochemicals Hassan Abbaszadeh said, as the country grapples with feedstock shortages that have held back output.

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