Seplat Energy and ExxonMobil have announced the extension of their Share Sale and Purchase Agreement (SSPA) for the acquisition of ExxonMobil’s share capital of Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (MPNU).
The extension comes as both companies navigate ongoing legal proceedings and seek to secure regulatory approvals necessary for the transaction.
Seplat Energy, a prominent Nigerian independent oil and gas company, has been actively pursuing the acquisition of ExxonMobil’s share capital of MPNU, with the aim of strengthening its position in the industry. However, while the extended agreement is a testament to Seplat Energy’s determination to acquire ExxonMobil’s share unit, the legal challenges surrounding the deal remain complex.
Therefore, the extension of the SSPA will allow both Seplat Energy and ExxonMobil to preserve the transaction until the resolution of the ongoing legal matter with the Nigerian government.
The extended agreement also affords the opportunity for further negotiations and discussions between the two companies. It allows them to explore potential modifications to the original terms, ensuring that the finalized agreement aligns with their mutual interests and objectives.
