12th Jun 2017 15:10
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12 June 2017
Sirius Petroleum plc
(the "Company" or "Sirius ")
Press Speculation
Sirius Petroleum (AIM: SRSP), the investing company focused on oil and gas exploration and development opportunities in Nigeria, notes the recent press speculation and can confirm it is currently in discussions with BP regarding an offtake and pre-payment facility to support the financing of the Company's proposed drilling programme on the Ororo Field in Nigeria. Discussions with BP, and other parties regarding financing, are ongoing and there can be no certainty that Sirius will reach an agreement with BP regarding the proposed offtake and pre-payment. The Company will provide updates to the market as appropriate.
Enquiries:
Sirius Petroleum +44 20 3740 7640
Bobo Kuti / Jack Pryde
Cantor Fitzgerald Europe +44 20 7894 7000
Sarah Wharry / Craig Francis
Gable Communications +44 20 7193 7463
John Bick [email protected]
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