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Nigeria
Shell companies have operated in Nigeria for over 50 years. They generate billions of dollars of income for the government, create jobs and provide energy for the country. They supply international markets with oil and gas. And they spend millions of dollars a year on community development. In the Niger Delta, where most of the oil is produced, poverty and violence are serious problems, making it one of the most difficult places where Shell companies do business.
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Shell in Nigeria – working in a complex environment
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Conditions in the Niger Delta
Most of Nigeria's oil is produced in the Niger Delta where poverty and violence are widespread.
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Our operations
We are involved in producing oil and gas onshore and from deep-water reserves.
Major projects
Shell companies in Nigeria are delivering major projects that will sustain energy production, supply and exports for years to come.
Social performance
We support national social investment programmes and a number of state and private development projects.
Flaring in Nigeria
Continuing to invest to reduce flaring.
Oil leaks in Nigeria
Working to prevent spills and cleaning them up, whatever the cause.
Security
We are constantly working to ensure the safety of our staff and security of our facilities.
Ogoni Land
The Ogoni people are one of 40 ethnic groups living in the Niger Delta.