As NMDPRA CEO, Mr Umar will coordinate measures to prevent indiscriminate increases in fuel prices.
The president thanked Mr Mohammed for his service.
NMDPRA boss Saidu Mohammed stated this at the ongoing Nigeria International Energy Summit 2026 in Abuja, noting that it occurred in the first nine months of 2025.
Mr Mohammed added that Nigeria’s economic growth depended heavily on the rapid expansion of locally owned midstream assets.
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority says Nigeria is positioned to become a net exporter of urea and fertiliser by 2028.
The NSE noted, “Beyond his domestic achievements, Mohammed’s influence has long resonated on the international stage.”
The Senate acted on a request transmitted by President Bola Tinubu seeking legislative approval for the appointments.
Their appointments followed the resignations of Bello Rabiu and Babs Omotowa in April 2025, after their appointments to the NNPCL board.
“Where there are security issues, we will not take our corps members to such places again.”
