TotalEnergies announces that its subsidiary TotalEnergies EP Nigeria has signed a Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Vaaris for the sale of its 10% non-operated interest in the Renaissance JV licenses in
Original sourceTotalEnergies EP Nigeria sold a 10% interest in Nigeria's Renaissance JV. The sale involves 15 oil-producing licenses, impacting 16,000 boe/d in 2025. TotalEnergies retains interest in three gas licenses, vital for Nigeria's LNG supply. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals before closing. TotalEnergies has a long-standing presence in Nigeria with significant production.
The divestiture streamlines operations and focuses TotalEnergies on higher-value assets. Historically, similar actions often lead to improved financial metrics and investor sentiment.
The immediate effects of this sale may be felt rapidly as market conditions react. Past divestitures have led to short-term price increases for companies focusing on core operations.
The article outlines a strategic move to optimize TotalEnergies' portfolio, enhancing operational efficiency and potential returns.
TotalEnergies announces that its subsidiary TotalEnergies EP Nigeria has signed a Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Vaaris for the sale of its 10% non-operated interest in the Renaissance JV licenses in Nigeria.
The Renaissance JV, formerly known as the SPDC JV, is an unincorporated joint venture between Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Ltd (55%), Renaissance Africa Energy Company Ltd (30%, operator), TotalEnergies EP Nigeria (10%) and Agip Energy and Natural Resources Nigeria (5%), which holds 18 licenses in the Niger Delta.
Under the agreement signed with Vaaris:
Closing is subject to customary conditions, including regulatory approvals.
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About TotalEnergies in Nigeria
TotalEnergies has been present in Nigeria for more than 60 years and employs today more than 1,800 people across different business segments. Nigeria is one of the main contributing countries to TotalEnergies' hydrocarbon production with 209,000 boe/d produced in 2024. TotalEnergies also operates an extensive distribution network which includes about 540 service stations in the country. In all its operations, TotalEnergies is particularly attentive to the socio-economic development of the country and is committed to working with local communities.
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TotalEnergies is a global integrated energy company that produces and markets energies: oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables and electricity. Our more than 100,000 employees are committed to provide as many people as possible with energy that is more reliable, more affordable and more sustainable. Active in about 120 countries, TotalEnergies places sustainability at the heart of its strategy, its projects and its operations.
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