House of Reps Clears NNPCL's Dangazau of Allegations

The House of Representatives has dismissed petitions alleging money laundering against Dangazau, the Executive Vice President of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), following an investigation by an ad hoc subcommittee. The petitions were submitted by the Coalition for Transparency and Accountability in Nigeria’s Petroleum Sector (CTANPS).

Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, Chairman of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream), praised the investigative process, underscoring the importance of evidence-based legislative oversight for accountability and public confidence in the petroleum industry. He stated that allegations against public officials must be thoroughly scrutinized based on verifiable facts.

Ugochinyere also discussed the need to strengthen Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector, which affects fuel supply and economic activities. He mentioned the NNPCL's ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency, diversify energy sources, and modernize petroleum product distribution.

Additionally, he noted the company's revised approach to refinery rehabilitation and its support for compressed natural gas (CNG) adoption.