The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has appointed Adedapo Segun as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Isiyaku Abdullahi as the Executive Vice President (EVP), Downstream.

Udobong Ntia was also appointed as the Executive Vice President (EVP), Upstream.

The appointments were announced in a statement issued by the NNPCL Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

Soneye stated: “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:

“Mr Adedapo Segun has been appointed as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Segun previously served as the Executive Vice President, Downstream, where he made significant contributions to the company’s downstream operations.

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“Mr Isiyaku Abdullahi has been named Executive Vice President (EVP), Downstream.

“Mr Udobong Ntia has been appointed Executive Vice President (EVP), Upstream.”

Soneye said the appointments aligned with NNPCL’s commitment to building a unified and competent leadership team to drive operational excellence and support the company’s strategic objectives.

“The Board and Management also extend their deepest appreciation to Mr. Umar Ajiya and Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa A. Eyesan for their outstanding dedication and service to NNPC Limited,” the NNPCL spokesman added.

He noted that the NNPCL remains committed to achieving operational excellence, enhancing global competitiveness, and ensuring financial sustainability, while prioritising the interests of the Nigerians in the petroleum industry.

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