The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has appointed two highly skilled professionals, Mr. Andy Odeh and Mrs. Morenike Adewunmi, to key leadership roles designed to enhance stakeholder engagement and elevate corporate visibility.
Odeh steps into the position of Chief Corporate Communications Officer, bringing over 30 years of diverse experience in the oil and gas, advertising, and broadcasting sectors. Prior to his role at NNPC, he dedicated 26 years to Nigeria LNG (NLNG), where he held various senior management positions in external relations, government affairs, community development, logistics, and public affairs. He played a crucial role in the company’s rebranding initiatives, the creation of a well-regarded micro-credit scheme for local communities, and the introduction of the NLNG Prize for Energy Reporting. Odeh is an alumnus of the University of Jos and the University of Lagos, and he further refined his skills at INSEAD Business School and the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS).
Mrs. Adewunmi, stepping into the role of Chief Relations Officer, is a seasoned attorney with over 25 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. She has held several prominent positions at Shell Companies in Nigeria, including Government Relations Manager and Regulatory Affairs Manager. In these roles, she effectively managed regulatory compliance, cultivated high-level government relationships, and protected operational licenses.
Renowned for her leadership, stakeholder management, and understanding of non-technical risks, she earned her law degrees from Olabisi Onabanjo University and the Nigerian Law School.
According to the company, these appointments highlight NNPC Ltd.’s dedication to enhancing communication, strengthening government and community relations, and solidifying its reputation as a competitive player in the global energy market.
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