Bashir Bayo Ojulari is a distinguished Nigerian engineer with expertise in petroleum, process, and production engineering. He has over three decades of experience in the oil and gas industry, spanning Nigeria, Europe, and the Middle East. On April 2, 2025, he was appointed as the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), succeeding Mele Kyari.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Bashir Bayo Ojulari |
| Date of Birth | N/A |
| Place of Birth | N/A |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Kwara State |
| Occupations | Engineer, Consultant, Corporate Leader |
| Net Worth | N/A |
Early Life and Education
Ojulari hails from Kwara State, Nigeria. He graduated from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, with a degree in Mechanical Engineering (1985–1989). His academic background laid the foundation for his successful career in engineering and corporate leadership.
Career
Bashir Bayo Ojulari began his career in 1989 as the first Nigerian process engineer at Elf Aquitaine, working as a Fields and Process Engineer.
In 1991, he joined Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) as an Associate Production Technologist. Over the years, he advanced through various managerial roles across Nigeria, Europe, and the Middle East, gaining expertise in petroleum engineering, production processes, and health and safety.
In 2015, Ojulari was appointed Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo), where he oversaw deepwater operations until his retirement in 2021.
Following his tenure at Shell, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Renaissance Africa Energy Company, playing a pivotal role in a $2.4 billion acquisition of Shell’s Nigerian assets.
On April 2, 2025, Ojulari was appointed Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), succeeding Mele Kyari.
Personal Life
Ojulari is married with children. While details about his family remain private, he is known to have strong ties to Kwara State.
Net Worth
Ojulari’s net worth is not publicly disclosed. However, his high-ranking roles at Shell and leadership in consultancy suggest substantial financial standing.
