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DANGOTE THANKS TINUBU FOR OIL AND GAS SECTOR REFORMS
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Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for assembling a capable leadership team at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. Dangote made the commendation during a visit to the President, where he expressed his appreciation for the appointments of Mr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari as Group Chief Executive Officer and Mr. Ahmadu Musa Kida as Non-Executive Chairman. According to Dangote, the new management team brings a wealth of technical expertise and managerial experience essential for revitalizing Nigeria’s most strategic public enterprise. “The new team, under the leadership of Bashir Bayo Ojulari and Ahmadu Musa Kida, reflects the President’s strategic intent to drive reform and innovation across the energy sector,” Dangote said. Dangote expressed confidence that the team will address systemic challenges, align with the President’s vision of a $1 trillion economy, and reposition NNPC Limited for operational excellence and long-term sustainability. He also noted that the recent activities and structural reforms introduced by NNPC Limited serve as strong indicators of the organization’s renewed focus on transparency, efficiency, and accountability. When asked about his previous statement that he is still fighting for the survival of his $20 billion refinery, Dangote clarified that it was not connected to the new leadership of NNPC Limited. Instead, he revealed that the “cabals” he was referring to are some major oil marketers and traders who were bent on frustrating the efforts of President Tinubu in revamping the nation’s economy. “The calibre of individuals at the helm, and their deliberate, reform-driven agenda, demonstrate a commitment to fostering a culture of performance and professionalism,” Dangote added. With optimism, Dangote expressed confidence that the new leadership of NNPC Limited will propel the country’s energy industry to new heights and reaffirmed his group’s commitment to supporting the collective vision of a prosperous, energy-secure Nigeria.
