… Morenike Adewunmi is Chief Relations Officer
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced the appointment of Andy Odeh as Chief Corporate Communications Officer and Morenike Adewunmi as Chief Relations Officer.
Odeh’s appointment follows the resignation of Femi Soneye two months ago.
With over three decades of experience spanning communications, advertising, broadcasting, and oil and gas, he joins NNPCL after a 26-year career at Nigeria LNG (NLNG).
At NLNG, Odeh held senior roles in community relations, business logistics, government engagement, and corporate communications.
He also spearheaded the company’s rebranding, developed a micro-credit scheme for host communities, and established the NLNG Prize for Energy Reporting.
Odeh is an alumnus of the University of Jos, University of Lagos, INSEAD Business School, and the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS).
Meanwhile, Morenike Adewunmi, a seasoned legal professional with over 25 years in the oil and gas industry, takes up the role of Chief Relations Officer.
She previously worked with Shell Companies in Nigeria (SCIN), where she specialized in stakeholder management, advocacy, and regulatory compliance.
According to NNPCL, Adewunmi is widely respected for her ability to navigate complex external landscapes and safeguard the company’s license to operate.
