Florence Sadiku
THE management and staff of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) say they welcome the appointment of a new Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr Bayo Ojulari, and Board of Directors for the Company by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Early this morning, President Tinubu sacked the erstwhile Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari and dissolved the board of the company. He also announced replacements for the positions.
Meanwhile, a statement by Olufemi O. Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the company read thus:
NNPC Ltd Welcomes New GCEO, Board
The Management and staff of NNPC Ltd. have welcomed the appointment of a new Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr Bayo Ojulari, and Board of Directors for the Company by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
We extend our profound appreciation to the outgoing GCEO, Mr Mele Kyari, and the former Board Members for their selfless and dedicated service to the Company and to the nation.
Mr. Kyari’s leadership and tireless efforts have left an indelible mark on NNPC Ltd., and we are sincerely grateful for his outstanding contributions.
We wish him and all departing Board Members continued success and fulfilment in their future endeavours.
Olufemi O. Soneye
Chief Corporate Communications Officer
NNPC Ltd.
Abuja
2nd April, 2025
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