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Oil demand in Nigeria declines by 30% due to supply disruptions

Oil demand in Nigeria declines by 30% due to supply disruptions
Energy and Gas Markets · 02:58:41 - Monday, 19 October 2026

Written by: Basant El-Farmawy

Data from the International Energy Agency showed a sharp decline in oil demand in Nigeria by 30%, as a result of the effects resulting from conflicts in the Middle East region, which led to the disruption of energy supply operations.

The impact of conflicts on supply movement

Geopolitical disturbances in the Middle East have contributed to tangible changes in the movement of oil shipments, which has been directly reflected in demand levels in important international markets such as Nigeria.

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