Tinubu’s Reappointment of Kyari as NNPC CEO, gross Disservice – Energy Expert

A barrister and managing partner of BBH Consulting criticized President Tinubu’s decision to retain Mele Kyari as Group CEO of NNPC Ltd.

While the President approved Kyari’s reappointment alongside new board appointments, energy expert Ameh Madaki argued this displays a lack of understanding of issues plaguing the oil and gas sector.

Madaki described keeping Kyari in light of industry rot as a “gross disservice” given the level of alleged mismanagement under his tenure since 2019. For such persistent problems to persist with confidence in the same leadership amounts to disregarding national interests, the expert stated.

Kyari’s reappointment as head of the transitioned NNPC firm was announced alongside Chair Pius Akinyelure and other board members. But voices like Madaki are calling for change and accountability, saying leadership must improve transparency and outcomes for the vital industry amid its reform