The Digest:
The Nigerian Presidency has denied reports claiming that Bayo Ojulari, the Group CEO of Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), was coerced into signing his resignation letter. Presidential spokesperson, Sunday Dare, provided the clarification, calling the allegations "untrue."
Key Points:
- The Presidency has debunked claims that Ojulari was forced to resign.
- Spokesperson Sunday Dare clarified that the reports were false.
- Alleged involvement of the EFCC and DSS in Ojulari’s resignation was dismissed.
- Ojulari was appointed as NNPCL GCEO by President Bola Tinubu in April 2025.
- The resignation rumors followed concerns raised by NNPCL over sabotage attempts on its leadership.
- Ojulari succeeded Mele Kyari after his removal earlier in 2025.
- The statement from the Presidency came in response to circulating reports about Ojulari’s departure.
The Presidency’s clarification counters claims of external pressure on Ojulari to resign, affirming that the resignation was voluntary. The matter has sparked ongoing discussions about leadership stability in state-run institutions.
Sources: Daily Post, Punch, Channels TV
