The Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Femi Soneye, has announced his resignation from the role after nearly two years of service.
In a statement issued and personally signed by Soneye on Saturday, he revealed that the decision was driven by a desire to focus more on family and personal business interests.
“I wish to inform you that I have stepped aside from my role as Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd. This decision will allow me to devote more time to my family and attend to personal responsibilities that now require my closer presence,” he said.
Soneye, who took up the role in late 2023, expressed deep appreciation to colleagues, media partners, and stakeholders who supported the oil company’s communications efforts during his tenure.
“I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you all for the unwavering support, professionalism, and genuine commitment you’ve shown in helping to shape and amplify the NNPC Ltd story over the past 20 months,” he said.
He described his time at the state-owned oil company as an honour and credited his team and partners for building “a vibrant and effective communications presence” for NNPCL.
“It has been a profound honour to serve both the Company and our country, and to contribute in my own way to the ongoing transformation of NNPC Ltd. I am deeply grateful for the trust reposed in me, the opportunities granted, and the incredible professionals both within and outside the organisation with whom I have worked,” Soneye stated.
Though stepping away from his official duties, Soneye pledged continued support for the organisation’s vision and mission in Nigeria’s energy landscape.
“I remain a steadfast supporter and ambassador of NNPC Ltd wherever I go. I enjoin you, dear colleagues, to continue your robust, balanced, and constructive reportage in support of the Company’s noble mission and strategic role in Nigeria’s energy future,” Soneye added.
