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CSOs Back Tinubu on Ojulari Sack, Demand Arrest Over Fraud

A coalition of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), including OilWatch Nigeria (OWN), Workers’ Rights Alliance (WRA), and Concerned Citizens, has voiced strong support for President Bola Tinubu regarding the reported removal of Bayo Ojulari as Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL).

During a press briefing held near the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja on Thursday, the coalition accused Ojulari of causing significant harm to Nigeria’s economy and eroding public trust in governance.

Emmanuel Ekpeyong of OilWatch Nigeria, Danladi Usman of Workers’ Rights Alliance, and Babatunde Anifowoshe of Nigeria Concerned Citizens spoke on behalf of the coalition.

They stated, “We demand the immediate arrest and prosecution of Ojulari to ensure accountability for his egregious actions, which have robbed Nigerians of their collective wealth and future.”

Describing the alleged dismissal as timely and necessary, the group commended Tinubu for what they described as a decisive action against corruption.

“This bold decision demonstrates the President’s commitment to rooting out corruption and restoring integrity to Nigeria’s vital oil sector. By acting swiftly, President Tinubu has sent a clear message that his administration will not tolerate economic sabotage or a betrayal of public trust. This action aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda, which promises transparency, accountability, and prosperity for all Nigerians. We applaud the President for prioritizing the interests of the nation over those of a corrupt few and urge him to maintain this momentum by ensuring justice is fully served,” the CSOs said.

The organizations also praised the EFCC and other security agencies for their prompt actions, which reportedly included preventing Ojulari from fleeing the country by confiscating his passports and issuing a red alert at airports.

“These actions ensure that Ojulari cannot escape accountability for his alleged crimes, including the ₦34.65 billion scandal. We commend the professionalism of our security forces and encourage them to continue their resolve as they pursue a thorough investigation and prosecution of Ojulari and his accomplices,” the coalition stated.

They also expressed plans to engage the international community regarding this issue.

“To further safeguard justice, OilWatch Nigeria, Workers’ Rights Alliance, and Concerned Citizens will submit formal letters to the US Embassy, EU Delegation, and UK High Commission in Nigeria by Friday, August 8, 2025, urging them to impose a travel ban on Bayo Ojulari and his known associates,” they added.

Additionally, the group urged President Tinubu to go beyond the reported dismissal by ordering the immediate reopening of the Port Harcourt Refinery, which they consider vital to the country’s economic future.

“We call on our dear President Tinubu, whose love for Nigeria has been demonstrated through this action, to take further steps by ordering the immediate reopening of the Port Harcourt Refinery. Reviving this critical asset will restore Nigeria’s energy self-sufficiency, create jobs, and benefit millions of Nigerians. It is the height of economic sabotage to keep this refinery closed due to one man’s desire to sell it to his allies as scrap and divert its crude oil allocation to cronies for personal gain.”

The coalition also demanded that the EFCC expedite Ojulari’s prosecution for the alleged ₦34.65 billion scandal, crude oil diversion, and other corrupt practices. “Justice must be swift and transparent to deter future economic sabotage,” they concluded.

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