TINUBU’S GREATEST HIT: ORITSEMEYIWA EYESAN MAKES HISTORY AS NUPRC CHIEF
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS—President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has been hailed as a landmark decision, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s energy sector.
KEY ISSUES:
– Historic Appointment : Eyesan is the first woman to lead Nigeria’s upstream petroleum regulatory agency.
– Inspiring Leadership: WIEN hails appointment as “inspiring and historic”, aligning with their mission to advance female leadership.
– Professional Credentials : Eyesan’s 30+ years of experience at NNPC and subsidiaries make her well-suited for the role.
– Achievements : Led commercial dispute resolution of Escravos Gas-to-Liquid project, securing multi-million-dollar revenues for NNPC and Nigeria.
– Quote: “The appointment is a strong signal of inclusive and forward-looking leadership…” – Mrs Eyono Fatayi-Williams, WIEN President.
– Quote: “This appointment reflects our commitment to stronger governance, inclusive leadership, and a more diverse executive pipeline.” – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu .
Also reacting, WIEN’s Executive Secretary, Engr Asanimo Omezi, described the appointment as a major step forward for gender inclusion and future-ready leadership in Nigeria’s energy sector.
“Eyesan’s appointment is a clear commitment to building a more diverse and inclusive leadership structure,” Omezi said. “We are proud of what this represents for women across the industry and remain committed to ensuring they have the support, visibility, and opportunities needed to
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