The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced fresh leadership appointments in its communications and stakeholder management arms, naming seasoned professionals Andy Odeh and Morenike Adewunmi to top executive roles.
Strengthening Public Trust
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the national oil giant said the move underscores its determination to deepen stakeholder engagement, rebuild public trust, and sharpen its corporate communications strategy at a critical time in its transformation journey.
Odeh has been appointed Chief Corporate Communications Officer, while Adewunmi takes on the role of Chief Relations Officer.
Who is Andy Odeh?
A veteran with more than 30 years’ experience across oil and gas, advertising and broadcast media, Odeh is widely recognised for his innovative approach to corporate branding and public affairs.
He spent 26 years at Nigeria LNG Limited, where he held senior roles spanning corporate communications, regulatory compliance, community relations, and logistics. Notably, he successfully drove NLNG’s rebranding campaign and pioneered one of the most impactful micro-credit schemes for host communities in Nigeria.
Odeh is also credited with championing the NLNG Prize for Energy Reporting, which has become a reference point in industry journalism.
An alumnus of the University of
Jos and the University of Lagos, he furthered his leadership training at INSEAD Business School in France and the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru.Spotlight on Morenike Adewunmi
Joining from Shell Companies in Nigeria, Adewunmi brings over 25 years of expertise in stakeholder management, regulatory affairs, and government relations.
She previously served as Regulatory Affairs Manager and later Government Relations Manager at Shell, where she built a reputation for strategic engagement and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
NNPC described her as a leader with strong emotional intelligence, proven negotiation skills, and a talent for building enduring stakeholder networks. Adewunmi, a law graduate of Olabisi Onabanjo University, was called to the Nigerian Bar after completing her training at the Nigerian Law School.
Strategic Timing
The appointments, according to NNPC, come at a pivotal moment as the company positions itself to foster stronger relationships with host communities, regulators, and international partners.
“They represent NNPC Limited’s renewed commitment to transparent communication and meaningful engagement with all stakeholders,” the statement read.
The development comes just over two months after the resignation of Olufemi Soneye as Chief Corporate Communications Officer on 21 June 2025.
