Mr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), hosted a delegation from Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals (DPRP), led by Mr. Aliko Dangote, President and CEO of the Dangote Group, during a courtesy visit.
The meeting focused on fostering mutually beneficial partnerships and promoting healthy competition between the two organisations to enhance Nigeria’s energy security and drive shared prosperity for its citizens. Discussions underscored the importance of collaborative efforts to address industry challenges and achieve national development goals.
Mr. Dangote commended the expertise and industry knowledge of NNPC Ltd.’s new management team, emphasising the need for joint initiatives to transform challenges into opportunities. “Collaboration is key to turning impossibilities into realities,” he stated.
In response, Mr. Ojulari praised Mr. Dangote as a distinguished African leader whose accomplishments have elevated the continent’s global standing.
He highlighted the exceptional talent within NNPC Ltd., noting that since assuming his role, he has encountered dedicated professionals committed to advancing Nigeria’s growth.
Both leaders pledged to serve as relationship managers for their respective organisations, committing to sustained collaboration and constructive competition. They expressed optimism about the limitless opportunities such a partnership could unlock for NNPC Ltd. and DPRP, as well as for Nigeria’s energy sector.
The visit signals a renewed commitment to strategic alliances in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, with both companies poised to play pivotal roles in securing the nation’s energy future.
