The blocks cover approximately 2.6 million acres. Murphy, through its subsidiary, will initially hold a 100 percent working interest and serve as operator. Société Nationale des Hydrocarbures ("SNH") retains the right to participate in any future development with up to a 20 percent working interest.

Murphy and SNH will now work together to further evaluate the exploration potential of the four blocks.

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