Strass....
Not an expert by any means, but I'm beginning to believe, the cat gets let out of the bag, when it is to their advantage to do so, and not until. I think politics, partners, drilling rigs, adjacent properties, equipment, supplies,....all play a role!
When all the stars line up correctly, and there is nothing else to be gained by denial....then the truth is revealed.
....if there is anything to reveal!