Nigeria’s crude oil production rose to 1.56 million barrels per day in June 2026, the highest level in more than six years, enabling the country to exceed its 1.5 million barrels per day OPEC quota for the fourth consecutive month.
According to figures released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, condensate production averaged 0.18 million barrels per day, bringing total crude oil and condensate output to 1.74 million barrels per day in June. The performance represents 104 per cent of Nigeria’s OPEC production quota.
The June output marked a 74-month high and extended a steady recovery in production that began earlier in the year. Combined production increased from 1.48 million barrels per day in February to 1.74 million barrels per day in June through consistent monthly growth.
The NUPRC attributed the improved performance to greater operational stability, the absence of major pipeline outages, and effective management of scheduled maintenance activities. It added that only a few short-term shutdowns occurred during the period, with minimal impact on national output.
Among export terminals, Bonny Terminal recorded the highest average daily production at 318,280 barrels, followed by Forcados Terminal with 306,360 barrels per day. Production at Qua Iboe Terminal declined slightly, while Escravos and Bonga terminals posted marginal increases.
The commission noted that Nigeria’s highest daily combined production in June reached 1.89 million barrels, highlighting the country’s growing potential to achieve the Federal Government’s long-term target of two million barrels per day.
The improved production is expected to boost export earnings, foreign exchange inflows and government revenue. Authorities say reforms under the Petroleum Industry Act, stronger security around oil infrastructure, and closer collaboration with operators have contributed to the sector’s recovery after years of disruptions caused by crude theft, pipeline vandalism and underinvestment.
