KSI Hails Ojulari’s Appointment, Commends President Tinubu For Making Right Choice
“Given the challenges facing Nigeria’s oil sector, I advise you to focus on increasing crude oil production, optimizing assets, and promoting local refining capacity.
One of the grass root politicians in Kwara State, Mr. Kareem Saheed Idowu (KSI) has extended his warmest congratulations to one of the illustrious sons in Kwara State, Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari on his appointment of as the new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) by president Bola Tinubu.
In a statement personally signed by him and made available to newsmen on Thursday, Mr. Idowu notes that the appointment of the Oke-Ode born Engineer Ojulari is a significant milestone, and he is confident that Engineer Ojulari’s wealth of experience in the oil and gas industry will be invaluable in driving the company’s success.
The statement urges the new NNPCL boss to prioritize transparency, accountability, and corporate governance and also remember the confidence Nigerians have reposed in him.
“As you assume this critical role, Engineer Ojulari, I urge you to prioritize transparency, accountability, and corporate governance. The Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has emphasized the importance of openness and systematic disclosure of critical industry data. This will not only rebuild public trust but also enhance Nigeria’s global reputation”
Mr. Idowu also advises Engineer Ojulari to focus on increasing crude oil production, optimizing assets, and promoting local refining capacity.
”Given the challenges facing Nigeria’s oil sector, I advise you to focus on increasing crude oil production, optimizing assets, and promoting local refining capacity. The recent changes in the NNPCL management are seen as a big step forward in the overall oil sector reform agenda. Your leadership will be crucial in driving these reforms and ensuring that NNPCL remains accountable to its shareholders – the Nigerian people”
While commending president Bola Tinubu on the choice of Engineer Ojulari, Mr. Idowu maintains that president Tinubu’s visionary leadership reflects his unwavering commitment to fostering excellence and innovation in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
He adds that Ojulari’s wealth of experience and proven track record in the energy industry makes him an exemplary choice to lead NNPCL into a new era of efficiency, accountability, and global competitiveness.
