Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, has emphasized the company’s critical role in advancing Nigeria’s economy, reflecting on the organisation’s achievements in 2025 and setting priorities for the year ahead.

In a New Year message to staff, Ojulari praised the workforce for meeting production and operational targets despite challenging conditions.

He highlighted a record 355,000 barrels per day in oil production, the highest since 1989 as a testament to NNPC Limited’s operational capacity and contribution to national revenue.

Ojulari cited key milestones, including the launch of Madu First Oil, optimisation of the Soku Pipeline, and the start-up of Akpo West, alongside commissioning projects such as the Gbaran Nodal Compression Train, ANOH-OB3 pipeline, and the AKK River Niger crossing.

He also noted the expansion of NNPC Retail into the West African sub-region with its lubricant brand, Oleum, and the hosting of the first-ever NNPC Group Earnings Call for the 2024 financial results. Additionally, the company welcomed 1,000 new employees as part of its plan to nurture the next generation of leaders.

“Behind these achievements are our people,” Ojulari said. “Their expertise, judgement, and commitment form the foundation of our success.” He also highlighted reforms aimed at improving governance, accountability, and speed in project execution.

Looking ahead, Ojulari outlined four strategic pillars for 2026: execution excellence, profitable growth, partnership, and an enterprise-first mindset.

He reaffirmed NNPC Limited’s dedication to not only generating profits but also driving national economic development in line with the Presidential Mandate on production growth.