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Oil Climbs Above $78 as Geopolitical Tensions Return to Focus
Investors King
Jul 9, 2026 · 07:25 WAT
Global oil prices increased as Brent crude rose above $78 per barrel, driven by renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The price movement affects Brent crude, which serves as the international benchmark for Nigerian crude oil, amid heightened concerns over global energy supplies.