Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), has reacted to the appointment of new Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Mele Kolo Kyari.
DAILY POST reported that Mele Kolo Kyari’s appointment as new NNPC MD takes effect from 8 July.
OPEC in a statement signed by OPEC Secretary General, Mohammad Sanusi Barkindo, congratulated Kyari on his appointment.
Barkindo described Kyari’s appointment as a surprise and deserving position.
The statement read: “On behalf of the Members of the OPEC Economic Commission Board (ECB) and the staff of the OPEC Secretariat, may I convey our sincere congratulations on your recent well-deserved appointment as Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation.
“We wish you every success in this important and challenging role and many years of service to NNPC and the Country.
“This appointment has come as no surprise and is a testament to your exemplary record and exceptional performance over the many years you have worked for NNPC in a variety of strategic roles.
“You have earned the respect of your colleagues in the ECB where you have conducted yourself with gravitas and greatly contributed to the discussions and decisions of this body.
“May I conclude by wishing you health, happiness and a long-life of service to our great industry, to NNPC and to the Country. I trust you will remain a life long member of the OPEC family, and will continue to be involved in the activities of this great Organization.
“I look forward to meeting you again soon, and I remain, with warm regards.”
