The Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPCL) and Chevron Nigeria joint venture (JV) has announced a hydrocarbon discovery at the Awodi-07 appraisal and exploration well in the Niger Delta.
This finding identified approximately 675ft of hydrocarbon pay, with 310ft in appraisal reservoirs and an additional 365ft across six exploration targets. The discovery was made in the shallow offshore region of the western Niger Delta.
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Drilling began in late November 2025, reaching a measured depth (MD) of 12,420ft and a true vertical depth (TVD) of 11,303ft by 16 December 2025.
Following comprehensive wireline and fluid sampling operations completed on 28 December 2025, the well has been safely plugged and suspended.
This development is part of the JV’s ongoing efforts to delineate hydrocarbon resources within its asset portfolio.
NNPCL stated that the well results are encouraging and indicate the presence of hydrocarbons across multiple reservoir zones.
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By GlobalDataThe company noted that the outcome is an important milestone for the JV, supporting confidence in the asset and the area’s potential.
NNPCL also said that the Awodi-07 result reflects disciplined exploration, sound technical assessment and strong operational collaboration between the company and Chevron.
Within their JV agreement, Chevron holds a 40% stake and NNPCL the remaining share. This collaboration enables both parties to leverage resources and expertise to enhance oil and gas development in Nigeria’s Niger Delta region.
The partnership aims to boost oil production to approximately 146,000 barrels per day, contributing to national revenue, job creation and energy supply.
NNPC group CEO Bashir Bayo Ojulari said: “The success of the Awodi-07 well further reinforces the strength of the NNPC/CNL JV and our shared commitment to responsibly growing Nigeria’s hydrocarbon reserves. This achievement aligns squarely with our strategic priorities of increasing production, enhancing national energy security and delivering sustainable value for the Nigerian people.”
Earlier this month, Chevron’s subsidiary, Chevron Mediterranean, alongside partners in Israel’s Leviathan natural gas project, reached a final investment decision to expand production capacity.
The Leviathan expansion project is set to become operational towards the end of the decade and involves drilling additional wells and upgrading infrastructure to increase gas delivery to Israel and neighbouring regions.
