The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) says Farouk Ahmed, its erstwhile chief executive officer (CEO), has officially handed over to Saidu Mohammed.
In a statement on Tuesday, the company said the event reinforces its commitment to continuity, accountability, and effective leadership.
“A formal Handover Ceremony marking the transition between the outgoing Authority Chief Executive, Engr. Farouk Ahmed and the incoming Authority Chief, Engr. Saidu Aliyu Mohammed,” NMDPRA said.
“The event underscores our commitment to institutional continuity, accountability and effective leadership.”
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On December 17, President Bola Tinubu nominated Mohammed as CEO of the authority, replacing Ahmed, who had resigned following allegations of economic sabotage and corruption.
On the same day, Seplat Energy announced the appointment of Mohammed as an independent non-executive director, effective January 1.
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On December 22, the company said Mohammed had withdrawn his acceptance of its board appointment over his appointment as CEO of the NMDPRA.
On December 19, the senate confirmed the appointment of Mohammed as NMDPRA’S CEO.
The upper legislative chamber also confirmed Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as the CEO of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).
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