BY JACINTA HYCENTH
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri has hailed Ademola Adeyemi-Bero appointment as Nigeria’s Governor for OPEC.
Adeyemi-Bero was also appointed as Chairman of the OPEC Board of Governors for 2025, following a resolution of the council of ministers.
Ademola Adeyemi-Bero’s appointment was confirmed at the 189th meeting of the OPEC Conference held on Tuesday via video-conference led by His Excellency, Marcel Abeke, OPEC Minister of Petroleum and President of the Conference for 2024.
The OPEC Conference Ministerial meeting convenes twice a year to review the general affairs of the organization and to discuss key internal matters.
In a statement by the Special Assistant to the Minister Media and Communication, Nneamaka Okafor, the Minister noted the Adeyemi-Bero’s appointment has affirmed Nigeria’s leadership in the global energy sector.
Lokpobiri further viewed the advancement as a testament to the country’s active contributions to the global oil industry and a vital platform to advocate for balanced energy policies that benefit oil producers, consumers, and the global economy.
“This prestigious role highlights Nigeria’s influence within the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and underscores the nation’s commitment to shaping global energy policies,” he stated.
The Minister acknowledged Ambassador Gabriel Aduda, the outgoing Nigerian OPEC Governor, for his exemplary service and the role he played in advancing Nigeria’s interests within OPEC and ensuring the country’s influential presence in global energy discussions.
In addition, OPEC appointed His Excellency Eng. Adeeb Al-Aama, Governor of Saudi Arabia for OPEC, as the Alternate Chairman of the Board of Governors for 2025.
The Conference reviewed the tenure of His Excellency Haitham Al Ghais as Secretary General of OPEC for another three years, effective August 1, 2025. Member nations commended his exceptional leadership and the Secretariat’s unwavering commitment to the organization’s objectives.
The OPEC Conference brought together representatives from member countries to address significant issues, including reports from the Secretary-General and the Economic Commission Board (ECB), and to deliberate on critical internal matters.
