The rusted derrick still stands as a monument to Nigeria's energy sector, a subtle reminder of the day in 1956 when Shell geologists discovered the first commercial crude oil in this tiny village surrounded by mangroves, changing the course of Africa’s most populous economy for generations.
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Oladehinde Oladipo
Dipo Oladehinde is a skilled energy analyst with experience across Nigeria's energy sector alongside relevant know-how about Nigeria’s macro economy.
He provides a blend of market intelligence, financial analysis, industry insight, micro and macro-level analysis of a wide range of local and international issues as well as informed technical rudiments for policy-making and private directions.