Market Chatter: Seplat Energy Oil Workers Start Indefinite Strike After Breakdown in Talks

12:03 AM EDT, 04/06/2026 (MT Newswires) -- Seplat Energy (SEPL.L) is facing an indefinite strike by its oil workers following a breakdown in negotiations over the 2026 collective bargaining agreement and staff welfare issues, Reuters reported April 3. According to two letters seen by the news outlet, the members of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria halted production reporting and export activities, while only maintaining essential safety and power functions until further notice. The strike will affect the Nigerian independent energy company's onshore and ⁠offshore assets, joint‑venture operations, and nationwide offices. Seplat Energy did not immediately respond to MT Newswires' request for comment. (Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)