Editors Congratulate Ex-President on Appointment as NNPC Spokesman

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has congratulated one of its former Presidents, Garba Deen Mohammed, on his appointment as the Group General Manager (Public Affairs) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC).

In a statement signed yesterday by its President, Mustapha Isah, and the General Secretary, Iyobosa Uwugiaren, the umbrella of all the editors in Nigeria said Mohammed is eminently qualified for the position, considering his experience both in the media and the oil and gas sector.

The group said: “We commend the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva, and the Group Managing Director of NNPC, Mele Kyari, for making the right choice.

Garba Deen Mohammed’s appointment comes at a time the NNPC is undergoing a transition following the signing into law of the Petroleum Industry Bill by President Muhammadu Buhari.’’

While thanking the outgoing NNPC spokesperson, Dr. Kennie Obateru, for his excellent relationship with the Guild during his tenure, the editors said they look forward to working with Mohammed to deliver on his onerous assignment.