Nigeria, April 2 -- The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has welcomed the appointment of a new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Bayo Ojulari, and a new Board of Directors for the company by President Bola Tinubu.

Olufemi Soneye, the chief corporate communications officer of NNPC Ltd, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday afternoon.

"We extend our profound appreciation to the outgoing GCEO, Mr Mele Kyari, and the former Board Members for their selfless and dedicated service to the company and to the nation.

"Mr Kyari's leadership and tireless efforts have left an indelible mark on NNPC Ltd., and we are sincerely grateful for his outstanding contributions. We wish him and all departing Board Members contin...