NUPRC opens tech-driven oil export system to track Nigerian crude shipments

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has issued new guidelines aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the export of crude oil and petroleum products from Nigeria.

The guidelines, issued under the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Advance Cargo Declaration Regulation 2024, are designed to strengthen the cargo declaration system and streamline export processes.

According to a statement released on Wednesday by the commission’s Public Affairs Unit, the new framework establishes a robust system for declaring and tracking exports of crude oil and petroleum products.
The regulations apply to all licences and leases issued or maintained under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, covering the export of crude oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petroleum products from all terminals and export points across the country.

Under the new regime, exporters must obtain an export permit, vessel clearance, and a Unique Identification Number (UIN) via NUPRC’s digital platforms prior to shipment. The commission will verify the identities of exporters and validate export volumes before issuing clearance notices embedded with the UIN to enable effective tracking.

Additionally, all export documents—such as the bill of lading, certificate of origin, and cargo manifest—must include the UIN to ensure traceability and regulatory compliance.

The commission said its Advance Cargo Declaration Portal is a real-time, technology-driven system that integrates with other government export platforms to enable seamless monitoring and reconciliation of export activities.
Nigeria’s National Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has introduced new guidelines for vessel clearance applications, aiming to improve transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the oil export regime. The commission will reject incomplete applications, lack required documentation, and contain false information, with sanctions for violators. The initiative aligns with the commission’s mandate to boost government revenue, reduce waste, and strengthen regulatory oversight.

Source: Nairametrics.com

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