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President Tinubu Felicitates NNPC Board Chair Musa Kida at 65

President Tinubu Felicitates NNPC Board Chair Musa Kida at 65

NNPC Ltd. Debt: FG Forgave Interest, Not Principal, Officials Say 

Fresh details have emerged that challenge the widespread belief that the Federal Government recently wiped out the Nigerian National Petroleum Company...

NNPC Limited: Early Signals from the Kida–Ojulari Era 

As a non-executive chairman with decades of industry experience, Engr. Kida’s influence lies less in operational detail and more in direction-setting and discipline. The reconstituted board signals a renewed emphasis on corporate governance, professionalism and alignment with the spirit of the PIA, that NNPC Limited should operate as a business, not a government department. 

NNPC Limited Posts Record ₦5.4 Trillion Profit as New Management Pushes Bold Strategic Agenda 

The company reported total revenue of ₦45.1 trillion, a performance the GMD described as “a defining milestone in the history of our new company” and a strong validation of the corporation’s current strategic direction. 

Amending the PIA is Not in the Best Interest of the Nigerian Oil Industry 

The shift of power to MOFI, a government-controlled entity, increases the risk of political influence over NNPCL’s operations. Modern oil companies thrive when operational and strategic decisions are insulated from shifting political priorities. Excessive state intervention can lead to short-termism, policy reversals, or decisions influenced by political expediency rather than sound commercial reasoning. 

Ojulari’s Abuja Engagement Refutes Alleged Brazil Travel 

Ojulari’s attendance at the high-profile summit directly contradicts claims published by Sahara Reporters, which alleged that the NNPC boss and members of the board of the national oil conglomerate chaired by Engineer Ahmadu Musa Kida had chartered private jets for a trip to Brazil just two months after a luxury retreat in Rwanda. 

D’Tigress Successes under Ahmadu Musa Kida’s Leadership (2017–Present) 

Kida’s ascendancy to the NBBF presidency marked a turning point for Nigerian basketball. Recognizing the untapped potential of the women’s game, Kida prioritized investment in D’Tigress, focusing on grassroots development, international exposure, improved welfare for athletes, and the appointment of world-class coaching staff. These foundational reforms laid the groundwork for what would become a historic run of achievements for Nigeria’s female basketball team. 

Tinubu Showers D’Tigress with $100,000 and National Awards Each 

The team claimed their fifth consecutive, and seventh overall, AfroBasket title with a 78–64 victory over Mali in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, extending their unbeaten streak since 2017 and confirming their dominance in African women’s basketball. 

Nigeria Secures Fifth Straight FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Title; South Sudan Wins First-ever Bronze

By securing victory, Nigeria qualified for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin, Germany. Mali, together with South Sudan and Senegal, will participate in the qualification tournaments next March for an opportunity to join them. 

Tinubu Backs D’Tigress to Win AfroBasket Final 

The D’Tigress advanced to the final following a closely contested 75–68 win over Senegal in Saturday’s semi-final. This victory also earned them qualification for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup qualifiers, buttressing the efforts of the Ahmadu Musa Kida-led NBBF in establishing Nigeria's soft power through sports.

NNPC Chairman Denies Fake News Report of Arrest and Forced Resignation 

Engineer Kida, who is also the president of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) and currently in Abidjan, Cote D'Ivoire with the D’Tigress said “I am here in Abidjan with my girls who have qualified for the Afrobasket finals.” He concluded his remarks by calling on the general public to be vigilant against the spread of fake news and to support efforts aimed at national development. “At this critical time for our industry and country, unity and truth must prevail over rumor and falsehood.” 

NNPC Limited Cautions Against Impersonation by Fraudulent Representatives 

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has informed the general public about individuals and companies that are falsely claiming to represent the organization. These impostors are reportedly requesting fees for arranging meetings with NNPC’s board of directors, executives, and management staff.