Development & Production
Optimizing hydrocarbon recovery and production efficiency
DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION
The Development and Production (D&P) Department is one of the six (6) departments of the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) in compliance with section (18) subsection (2b) of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021.
D&P is primarily responsible for managing the technical and commercial oversights of the Upstream Oil and Gas industry in Nigeria in accordance with sections (6), (7) & (8) of the PIA. Additionally, D&P has the statutory responsibility of ensuring compliance to petroleum laws, regulations, and guidelines in the oil and gas industry.
MANDATES
D&P executes its mandate and responsibilities through its three (3) main Divisions: Hydrocarbon Development Division, Hydrocarbon Production Division, & Energy Sustainability & Carbon Management.
1. HYDROCARBON DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
The Development Division ensures efficient and effective upstream petroleum operations by driving optimal field development and reservoir performance, overseeing well operations, maintaining facility integrity, and ensuring asset reliability. It evaluates well proposals, ensures regulatory compliance, and manages unitization processes. Additionally, the division conducts audits, inspections, and conformity assessments to uphold industry standards, mitigate operational risks, and promote sustainable development in the sector.
A. Field Development Planning Units
- Facilitate Field Development Studies
- Develop strategy for Field Development Planning
- Carry out cost estimation and economic analysis
- Manage FDP applications
- Monitor FDP Execution
B. Reservoir Management and Unitisation (RMU)
- Unitization Agreements and Negotiations
- Scouting for Unitization Candidates
- Managing other unitization-related issues
- Reservoir Characterization and Modelling
- Resource Estimation and Reporting
C. Reservoir Performance Management (RPM)
- Reservoir Monitoring and Data Analysis
- Reservoir Performance Evaluation
- Production Optimization and Enhancement
D. Wells and Drilling Services (WDS)
- Process Well Location Notice (Application for Approval to Drill)
- Process Well Re-Entry Applications
- Rig License Applications and Rig Inventory Management
- Drilling Operations Management
- Re-Entry Operations Management
E. Facilities Engineering
- Coordinate the Issuance of Facilities Development Milestones Permits & Authorizations
- Maintain a Comprehensive Database of Metering, Pipeline, and Production Facilities Development Projects
- Propose, Review, and Implement Regulations, Guidelines, and Standards
F. Standard Conformity Assessment and Technology Adaptation (SCATA)
- Formulation and Adoption of Standards and Guidelines
- Facilitate Interface Management with Standards Providers
- Coordinate Technical Studies and Safety Cases
- Assess Oil and Gas Production Technologies
G. Decommissioning & Abandonment (D&A)
- Assess and Evaluate Early D&A Plans
- Track Compliance with D&A Fund Obligations
- Periodic Re-evaluation of Early D&A Plans
- Assess Nationwide Oil & Gas Infrastructure Disposition
H. Project Engineering & Monitoring (PEM)
- Project Planning and Coordination
- Project Cost and Budget Management
- Project Implementation/Monitoring Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Project Performance Monitoring and Reporting
2. HYDROCARBON PRODUCTION DIVISION
A. Production Allocation and Curtailment (PAC)
- Production Allocation Planning
- Curtailment Management
- Allocation and Curtailment Tracking
- Coordinate, Monitor & Regulate Well Test
- Domestic Crude Oil Supply Obligation Management
B. Petroleum Surveillance and Analytics
- Advisory and Regulatory Support
- Reservoir and Well Management
- Well Performance and Production Insights
- Surveillance and Compliance Oversight
- Production and Data Analytics
C. Petroleum Accounting
- Management of crude oil/condensate production and export data
- Provide production/export data to stakeholders
- Monitor determination and allocation of crude oil production and losses
- Audit companies' production/losses allocation templates
D. Gas Utilization
- Gas Utilization Planning
- Domestic Gas Delivery Obligation (DGDO)
- Gas Flare Permitting, Elimination & Monetization
- Gas Production and Utilization Accounting and Data Administration
E. Asset Integrity Management (AIM)
- Conformity Assessment
- License to Operate Upstream Oil and Gas Facilities
- Risk-Based Inspection
- Coastal Vessel License
F. COGTO – Crude Oil Lifting
- Regulate Oil and Gas Export Operations
- Ensure authorized lifting of crude oil, condensate, and gas
- Confirm export quantity and quality during outturn verification
G. COGTO – Crude Oil Facilities
- Review and recommend LACT Units, Prover Loops, and Measuring Systems
- Alternate evacuation via barging and trucking
- Storage tank recertification
- Terminal maintenance and repairs processing
3. ENERGY SUSTAINABILITY & CARBON MANAGEMENT (ES&CM) DIVISION
Champion the decarbonization of upstream operations to sustain investments in oil & gas resource development for national energy security and economic development.
A. Decarbonization & Energy Systems Team
- Develop and implement decarbonization strategies and feasibility assessments
- Optimize energy systems for efficiency and renewable energy integration
- Monitor carbon emissions and implement reduction measures
B. Energy Data Analytics & Emissions Reporting Team
- Collect, analyze, and model energy and emissions data
- Ensure regulatory compliance through emissions reporting and reduction initiatives
- Engage stakeholders and communicate energy and emissions performance
C. Decarbonization Commercial Framework Team
- Develop commercial frameworks, pricing mechanisms, and business models
- Conduct financial analysis and secure funding for decarbonization projects
- Build partnerships with key stakeholders and manage project risks