OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA--(Marketwire - May 19, 2010) - Nitro Petroleum Incorporated (OTCBB:NTRO) reports today that the engineering and economic feasibility study for the Mason Burns lease is now complete. Nitro, the operator on this property, will perform a remedial fracture (Frac) in the Viola Limestone formation. The Mason Burns well is presently producing from the upper and lower intervals of the First Bromide formation generating excellent production recoveries. However, the company will be ready when the First Bromide enters its secondary stage of production and it is incumbent that the new zone be explored and tested. The Viola Limestone is an extremely prolific reservoir in production. The company will advise the shareholders on the upcoming results shortly.

About Nitro Petroleum: Nitro Petroleum Inc. is a publicly traded energy company engaged in the acquisition and development of oil and natural gas properties in the United States and Canada. Nitro's objective is to seek out opportunities in the energy sector that represent low risk opportunities with significant upside, both independently and with joint venture partners. More information about the company is available at www.nitropetroleuminc.com.

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