Murphy targets billion-barrel prospect with debut exploration well in Africa's latest hot play

Chief executive discusses upcoming three-well campaign in Ivory Coast, status of marginal Paon project and how recent Eni discovery could extend in its block

Eric Hambly, chief executive of US independent Murphy Oil.
Eric Hambly, chief executive of US independent Murphy Oil.Photo: MURPHY OIL
Published 27 June 2025, 08:34Updated 27 June 2025, 08:34
Murphy OilIvory CoastEric HamblyPaonCivette