Tinubu Appoints Rabiu Umar as New NMDPRA CEO

On [date not specified], President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the removal of Saidu Mohammed from his position as the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). In a move aimed at strengthening regulatory effectiveness in the midstream and downstream petroleum sector, Tinubu nominated Rabiu Abdullahi Umar as the new Chief Executive, subject to Senate confirmation.

This decision aligns with the objectives of the Petroleum Industry Act 2021 and the administration's Renewed Hope Agenda. Rabiu Abdullahi Umar brings 25 years of experience across the energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors, showcasing a proven track record in strategic leadership and operational transformation of large-scale projects.

He is a graduate of Bayero University and an alumnus of Harvard Business School. President Tinubu expressed gratitude to the outgoing Chief Executive for his service and wished him well in future endeavors, reaffirming his commitment to ensuring capable leadership in regulatory institutions to advance energy security and sustain economic growth.