Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC)

Expert legal guidance on NUPRC regulation, upstream licensing, PIA compliance, and petroleum asset transactions in Nigeria.

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) is the independent regulator established under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) to oversee all upstream petroleum operations in Nigeria — including exploration, licensing, production, field development, and hydrocarbon sales. For investors, operators, and service providers, alignment with NUPRC rules is essential to secure tenure, maintain operational rights, and avoid costly delays or penalties. We provide strategic legal advisory and direct regulatory liaison to help you navigate the full scope of PIA requirements.

Our Services Include

Licensing & Tenure Management: Advising on, preparing, and securing all upstream licences — including Petroleum Exploration Licences (PEL), Petroleum Prospecting Licences (PPL), and Petroleum Mining Leases (PML); managing renewals, assignments, and transfers of interests.

PIA Compliance & Advisory: Interpreting and applying provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act to your projects — covering fiscal terms, local content obligations, decommissioning funds, and operational standards.

Asset Divestment & Transaction Support: Structuring and securing NUPRC approval for farm‑ins, farm‑outs, asset sales, mergers, and changes to control or ownership of petroleum assets.

Commercial & Regulatory Agreements: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating Production Sharing Contracts (PSCs), Service Contracts, Joint Operating Agreements (JOAs), and related infrastructure arrangements.

Local Content & Reporting Compliance: Ensuring alignment with Nigerian Content Development requirements, regulatory reporting timelines, and operational performance obligations.

Enforcement & Dispute Resolution: Representing operators in regulatory reviews, responding to queries or show‑cause notices, and advocating for fair resolution of tenure or compliance disputes.

Operate with Confidence

Ensure your petroleum licences, project structures, and transactions are fully aligned with the PIA and NUPRC regulations — protecting your investments and maintaining uninterrupted operations.

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