The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC), a prominent national body representing Yoruba youths, has commended the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) for its recent strides under the leadership of Group Managing Director, Mr. Mele Kyari. The council highlighted key achievements in production and strategic leadership changes, describing them as transformative for Nigeria’s energy sector.
The YYC expressed satisfaction with the milestone increase in Nigeria’s daily crude oil production to 1.8 million barrels per day, a significant achievement supported by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This progress, the council noted, has far-reaching implications for Nigeria’s economic stability and global competitiveness.
The council also welcomed recent leadership appointments within NNPCL, including Mr. Adedapo Segun as Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Isiyaku Abdullahi as Executive Vice President (Downstream), and Mr. Udobong Ntia as Executive Vice President (Upstream). According to the YYC, these appointments signal a renewed focus on operational excellence and innovation, which will further strengthen NNPCL’s capacity to deliver on its mandate.
Comrade Eric Oluwole, President of the YYC, praised Mr. Kyari’s leadership, emphasizing his dedication to improving corporate governance, operational efficiency, and the global standing of NNPCL. The council passed a vote of confidence in Mr. Kyari, recognizing his efforts to drive growth and sustainability in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.
The YYC also commended President Tinubu for creating an environment conducive to success in the energy sector. The council expressed optimism that NNPCL’s achievements would continue to pave the way for greater economic progress and energy security for Nigeria.
In closing, the YYC reaffirmed its unwavering support for NNPCL’s leadership and called on all stakeholders to align with the company’s vision for a prosperous and energy-secure Nigeria.