The Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Malam Mele Kyari, has urged oil and gas stakeholders and fellow Nigerians to avoid sending congratulatory messages in response to his recent reappointment.

In a press statement released on November 29, 2023, Mele Kyari expressed his gratitude to stakeholders and the Nigerian public for their enthusiasm regarding his reappointment by President Bola Tinubu. However, he emphasized that he sees this reappointment as a renewed challenge and is fully dedicated to stabilizing the oil industry while enhancing service delivery to increase revenue.

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The statement, issued by the Chief Communication Officer of NNPC Limited, Olufemi O. Soneye, highlighted Kyari's appeal to stakeholders in the oil sector and the general public to unite behind the company under his leadership. The GCEO humbly called for support to ensure the success of the NNPC's mandate.

In the press statement, Kyari said, "I kindly request all parties concerned to refrain from issuing congratulatory messages on my reappointment."