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In the midst of the increase in the reported resignation report, Bayo Ojulari, Head of the Limited Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, has asked Nigeria and other African countries to map their direction in global energy transitions by embracing technology, building cross-border alliances, and investing in human resource development.
Ojulari made this call when delivering his main speech virtually at the opening of the Nigerian Annual International Conference and Exhibition (Naice) 2025, themed “Building the Future of Sustainable Energy: Utilizing Technology, Supply Chain, Human Resources and Policy, which was held in Lagos, on Monday, August 4, 2025.
He said, “We must recognize the future of energy not linear or predetermined; it was formed by the decisions we made, and how we deliberately involved, invest strategically, and boldly embrace innovation.”
According to him, the oil and gas industry must be reposed as a foundation for the future of energy that is sustainable, inclusive, and tough. He said, “Energy must be reposed as an inclusive future.”
NNPC Gceo warns not to adopt a forced transition model that is forced externally, stating, “Energy transition should not be forced; it must be contextualized, fair, and negotiated.
“Many of our people have not yet achieved basic energy access.
“Our people need energy, and our approach must be balanced and anchored to energy justice,” he said.
Ojulari explained that Africa faced complex and interrelated challenges, including climate change, capital flights, technological gaps, and supply disorders, which according to him, could not be handled effectively separately.
He emphasized the need for collective solutions and dialogue, adding that “we need to deepen alliances in all regional paths.
“We must foster a strong and transparent dialogue among all stakeholders. Through partnerships, we can achieve.”
He urged the inclusive involvement involving all stakeholders, including the government, investors, civil society, and youth.
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He said, “We must foster a strong and constructive dialogue among all stakeholders – government, industrial players, investors, multilateral institutions, technology leaders, civil society, and our young people.”
It will be remembered that there is speculation about the fate of Ojulari as NNPCL gceo in the last few days.
The report emerged during the weekend that Ojulari had been forced to resign from its position because some mistakes were aimed at him.
The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) is also reported to be behind its abduction and forced resignation.
The term of office of Ojulari as a gceo of NNPC Ltd has been mired by controversy since its appointment by the President of Bola Tinubu after the dismissal of Mele Kyari.
Since the report emerged, efforts and efforts to get the actual picture of the situation have been welcomed with a steadfast silence from all places.
By: Babajide Okeowo
