The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC Ltd) has appointed two seasoned executives as spokespersons Mr. Andy Odeh as Chief Corporate Communications Officer, while Mrs. Adewunmi has been appointed Chief Relations Officer.
Penpushing reports that the management of the corporation disclosed this on Tuesday in a statement said the appointment of Odeh and Adewunmi reflects the corporation’s commitment to enhancing communication and engagement with stakeholders.
The statement added that Odeh brings over three decades of extensive experience in communications and business administration across the oil and gas, advertising, and broadcasting sectors.
Penpushing further reports that the management explained that prior to joining the corporation, he had a distinguished 26-year career at Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG).
The statement said he held various leadership roles in Community Relations and Development; Business Logistics and Services; Information Management and Technology; Corporate Communications and Public Affairs; Government Relations and Regulatory Compliance, and most recently, General Manager of External Relations and Sustainable Development.
Penpushing also reports that Odey is recognized for his work on major public relations and advertising campaigns for top brands, adding that at Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), he successfully managed the company’s rebranding and implemented one of Nigeria’s best-run micro-credit schemes for host communities.
The statement stated that Odeh an alumnus of the University of Jos, the University of Lagos, INSEAD Business School, and the Nigeria Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), among others was instrumental in instituting the NLNG Prize for Energy Reporting. He is
Penpushing reports that in same vein, the statement said Adewunmi is a legal professional with over 25 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, stressing that her expertise is in stakeholder management and advocacy, particularly from her extensive tenure at the Shell Companies in Nigeria (SCIN).
The statement stated that Adewunmi is highly regarded for her ability to navigate complex external landscapes, ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting the company’s “License to operate”.
Penpushing further reports that the management added that at Shell, she held key roles, including Regulatory Affairs Manager, where she managed all mandatory regulatory engagements and permits.
The statement explained that as the Government Relations Manager, she built and maintained constructive relationships with the Presidency, Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, adding that she is known for her strong leadership skills, emotional intelligence, and ability to build robust stakeholder networks.
Penpushing also reports that the statement said she is a subject matter expert on non-technical risks and has a background in law from the Nigerian Law School and Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye
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