10 Things About the New NNPC Boss, Bashir Bayo Ojulari

The recent appointment of Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new head of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has generated significant interest.

Here are 10 key facts about the seasoned engineer and industry expert:

1. Native of Kwara State: Ojulari hails from Kwara State in Nigeria.
2. Seasoned Engineer: He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and has expertise in petroleum, process, and production engineering.
3. Executive VP at Renaissance Africa Energy: Before his appointment, Ojulari served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Renaissance Africa Energy Company, leading a $2.4 billion acquisition of Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria.
4. Managing Director of SNEPCO: In 2015, he became Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCO).
5. Leadership Roles: Ojulari has served as Chairman and Board Member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE Nigerian Council).
6. $2.4 Billion Acquisition: He led a consortium of indigenous energy firms in acquiring Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria’s entire equity holding.
7. Career Beginnings: Ojulari started his career as the first Nigerian process engineer at Elf Aquitaine before joining Shell Petroleum Development Company in 1991.
8. International Experience: Throughout his career, Ojulari has held managerial positions in Europe and the Middle East, focusing on petroleum engineering, process engineering, and health and safety.
9. Fellow of Nigerian Society of Engineers: He is a fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers and served on the Board of Trustees of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE Nigeria Council).
10. Personal Life: Ojulari is married with children