There has been a shift of managerial positions in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, which has seen the chief financial officer Umar Ajiya and executive vice president (upstream) Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan losing their jobs.
The NNPC said in a statement that the changes, which has seen Isiyaku Abdullahi as the new executive vice president (downstream), Udobong Ntia as executive vice president (upstream) and Adedapo Segun as chief financial officer, are aimed to enhance corporate governance and operational efficiency, reflecting NNPC’s commitment to long-term success in Nigeria’s energy sector.
“The Board of Directors of NNPC Limited is pleased to announce a series of strategic leadership appointments. These changes reflect our continued dedication to enhancing corporate
governance, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring long-term success in Nigeria’s energy sector.
“The following key appointments have been made: 1. Mr. Adedapo A. Segun has been appointed as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Segun previously served as the executive vice president, Downstream, where he made significant contributions to the company’s downstream operations. Isiyaku Abdullahi has been named executive vice President (EVP), Downstream.
“Udobong Ntia has been appointed executive vice President (EVP), Upstream.
“NNPC Limited remains committed to achieving operational excellence, enhancing global competitiveness, and ensuring financial sustainability, while prioritising the interests of the Nigerian public in the petroleum industry.”
There have been calls by a section of Nigerians for the removal of the NNPC group chief executive officer Mele Kyari over accusations of mismanagement and incompetence. But so far President Bola Tinubu is keeping faith with Mr. Kyari who has been in the saddle for six years running.
