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Tompolo Hails Tinubu’s Appointment of New NNPCL Management, Pledges Support

The Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, has congratulated the newly appointed 11-member Board and Management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL).

In an official statement, Tompolo extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojuolari, the Chairman, Ahmadu Musa Kida, and other members of the leadership team. He described their appointment as a pivotal moment in the transformation of the NNPCL and the Nigerian oil and gas industry.

Tantita Security Services commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his strategic leadership in selecting experienced professionals to steer the NNPCL. The company noted that this move reflects the President’s commitment to efficiency and excellence in the management of Nigeria’s energy resources.

Tompolo expressed confidence in the new team’s ability to address industry challenges and drive progress, particularly in increasing crude oil production and enhancing local refining capacity. He reaffirmed Tantita Security’s unwavering commitment to collaborating with the NNPCL to safeguard oil assets and optimize Nigeria’s petroleum sector.

Parts of the statement reads: “I, High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, the Ibe-Ebidouwei of Ijaw Nation and Chairman, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), on behalf of the Management and Staff of TANTITA, extends my heartfelt congratulations to the newly appointed 11-member Board and Management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), led by the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojuolari, the Chairman Ahmadu Musa Kida, and other members of the new Management and Board.

“Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) recognises your appointment as a pivotal moment in the journey of the NNPCL and the Nigerian oil and gas industry.

“We express our profound gratitude to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his visionary leadership and commitment to excellence, as demonstrated by the careful selection of seasoned professionals to steer the affairs of the NNPCL at this critical time.

“Indeed, this decision by Mr. President underscores his administration’s dedication to ensuring that only competent hands are entrusted with optimising the vast benefits of our nation’s oil and gas sector.

“The challenges and opportunities before this new Management and Board are immense, but we are confident in their ability to drive the ongoing restructuring of the NNPCL to greater heights.

“Under their stewardship, we believe that the President’s mandate to ramp up local refining capacity and increase Nigeria’s crude oil production to 2mbpd in record time will be realised and surpassed.

“As our company has always done, TSSNL remains steadfast in its commitment to partnering with the NNPCL to secure and enhance Nigeria’s oil production capabilities. Our expertise in oil asset protection and our deep-rooted presence in the Niger Delta position us as a reliable ally in ensuring that the nation’s resources are safeguarded and utilised efficiently for the collective benefit of all stakeholders.

“We also take this opportunity to assure the new leadership team of our unwavering support in executing their mandate. As a critical player in the security of Nigeria’s oil assets, we stand ready to collaborate and contribute to a more secure and prosperous energy sector that benefits the entire nation and aligns with the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

“As the newly constituted Management and Board embark on this critical journey, we urge them to remain focused, innovative, and diligent in delivering on their responsibilities.

“The expectations are high, but with their proven expertise, dedication and support of all critical stakeholders, we are confident that they will lead NNPCL towards a new era of growth and efficiency.

Once again, we congratulate the entire Management and Board and wish them a successful and impactful tenure.”