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President Buhari appoints self as Petroleum Minister

President Buhari while addressing some select reporters in New York on Tuesday, after addressing a Global Leaders’ Summit on Countering ISIL and Violent Extremism, he will remain the Minister of Petroleum.
He said the step is being taken as part of efforts to sanitise Nigeria’s oil industry which is said to be plagued by corruption, massive fraud, and crude oil theft.

He said:
“I will remain Minister of Petroleum.
“I will appoint a minister of State for Petroleum”.

Buhari restated his determination to sanitise Nigeria’s oil industry and free it from corruption and create more transparency.
He said that his first step in sanitizing the petroleum sector has already begun with the appointment of a new management for the NNPC and said that the prosecution of those who misappropriated NNPC’s funds is already in the works.

Buhari, who took office at the end of May promising to fight corruption, has made it clear he wants to overhaul the oil sector in Africa’s biggest economy, which provides the government with about 70% of its revenue.

88 comments:

  1. Sai baba.. carry on sir,we support you.

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    1. Hmmmmmm still observing. Lips sealed.
      ~D great anonymous!

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  2. to keep nigeria clean olaniyidavid71@yahoo.com

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  3. But why say it in new york?
    You give outsiders information more than you give us.

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  4. I saw it coming...
    Well let's hope he accomplishes his task

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  5. Well I think it's good for now, my opinion might change in the future

    "Linda Ikeji vs Laura Ikeji"

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  6. This how to lead a country like Nigeria, send out a message of intent. Long way to go but the war and battle shall be won, but not in my lifetime.

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    1. RIP to you, it's happening soon.

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  7. Can somebody explain this talk he just talk for me
    Shuuuuuu wetin e mean cos it's seems I wasted time in primary school oh

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  8. Lmao... I like his style, he's hiding his own corrupt practice in d open. for the shallow minded, it means any proceeds from petroleum won't be reported to anyone, for further explanation he will only be accountable to himself. What he tells us, is WHAT we must take. I'm sure the moronic supporters of this blind party will still agree with this path of deception embarked on by "their" president..

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    1. A million likes for this comment

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  9. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. So many are already disappointed to hear this












    #IT will ONLY get BETTER
    #it MUST end IN praise

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  10. Lmao... I like his style, he's hiding his own corrupt practice in d open. for the shallow minded, it means any proceeds from petroleum won't be reported to anyone, for further explanation he will only be accountable to himself. What he tells us, is WHAT we must take. I'm sure the moronic supporters of this blind party will still agree with this path of deception embarked on by "their" president..

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  11. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. So many are already disappointed to hear this












    #IT will ONLY get BETTER
    #it MUST end IN praise

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  12. Hmmmmmmmmm pls am really anticipating for the ministerial list biko........

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  13. Good. There's no more space for spendthrift as our petroleum minister

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  14. My guy if u like remain minister of petro I no care as long as u sanitize dat area and fuel come down to 30naira per litre and u jail d cabal

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  15. My guy if u like remain minister of petro I no care as long as u sanitize dat area and fuel come down to 30naira per litre and u jail d cabal

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  16. Hahaha don't I just love this man? Salary of pne minister stopped.Frugality. org
    I know some people would feel he's tryna be a dictator but believe you me its far from the point.The minister of state will consult him on petroleum matters ,that's what it means. It's look he's gonna be calling himself minister or Occupying the office. It's the best thing in progress. Nigerians will see

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  17. Y does dis man always have 2 go outside the country to announce his plan 4 d country?

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  18. Mr president I pray God in his mercy shd grant u long lyf, and good health. May he strengthen u. This is d much awaited change we av been expecting,am beginning to see hope for Nigeria where there was none. Baba abeg we need more govt jobs for those of us wey no sabi real route for dis Nigeria.
    Lastborn

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  19. We know this already,and he is 100% accurate.

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  20. I saw this coming, and its a welcome development.




















    #TeamBlessed#

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  21. Correct guy, no shaking. But try probe Deziani make she return part of her loot biko

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  22. Buhari appoint self as petroleum minister funny to say.Ride on mr dictator,the terrorist president muhamadu buhari.
    Were are those clowns that claim to be wise in time of imbecilic jonathan or are the out of nigeria or are they in the grave.
    How do you expect the fulani standard 2 to know what is minister of petroleum even the ministers his appointing is just formality sake.
    Rest in peace nigeria under buhari.














    #sad indeed

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  23. Buhari appoint self as petroleum minister funny to say.Ride on mr dictator,the terrorist president muhamadu buhari.
    Were are those clowns that claim to be wise in time of imbecilic jonathan or are the out of nigeria or are they in the grave.
    How do you expect the fulani standard 2 to know what is minister of petroleum even the ministers his appointing is just formality sake.
    Rest in peace nigeria under buhari.














    #sad indeed

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    1. Your written English is beyond poor. I wonder what your spoken English has in stock for us.

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    2. You will be the one to rest in peace, not Nigeria

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  24. I saw dis coming a long time ago and frankly I think it is for the best. Linda take note!

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  25. I saw dis coming a long time ago and frankly I think it is for the best. Linda take note!

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  26. Good so we will know where our money is going to

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  27. Na him sabi, if u like appoint urself for all d ministerial positions, Mtchewwww

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  28. Na him sabi, if u like appoint urself for all d ministerial positions, Mtchewwww

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  29. Oga Add Minister For Foreign Affairs join O. How is it that we learn our National Policies from the foreign media. This guy ehn.

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  30. I love this man's steps of actions

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  31. BOSS! IF YOU DONT LIKE IT MOVE TO SOWETO OR DROP DEAD. ONCE AGAIN BOSS! [B]

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  32. PMB may u live long #TransparentPresident

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  33. Can you start implementing your mapped out plans already, Mr President Sire.

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  34. Good Mr president fight corruption to its minimal

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  35. Sai Baba, Good Work

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  36. the president who manage UNGA TRIP ON HIS OLD AGE wants to still be the petroleum minister in a sector like defense that needs full representation. why did he appoint GM FOR NNPC AT THE FIRST INSTANCE?. NO BODY IS BUYING OUR OIL NOW, BECOUSE OF OUR UNEASY POLICIES FROM HIM COMPARED TO OTHER COUNTRIES. IS HE ALSO SAYING JUST AS HE WAS APPOINTED THE MINISTER PETROLEUM BY OTHER REGIME THAT THERE IS NO MAN/WOMAN OUT OF 170MILLION CAPABLE OF MANAGING THE SECTOR? #OnlyInNigeria you see this kind of rascal attitude in government!!!!!

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  37. Commendable move tht sector needs a Man like u

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  38. Wow!!! U are a real blessing to us Mr president!

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  39. Hausas and hungry for oil money I see war

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  40. Thank you PMB for the wise decision.

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  41. Anonymous Personified30 September 2015 at 09:39

    Ghen Ghen....I saw this coming. Still watching in 3D

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  42. You all can say whatever you want but if he is really serious about this, I think it's the best decision. It's just painful that most of us do not know the source of our problems..we only try ti cure/solve the effects of it. It is an open secret that up to 98% of our wealth comes from petroleum and only a prudent and transparent overseeing will amount to effective operations in that sector. The president trusts no one 100% at this point and feels He's the only one that is driven for anticurruption practices. So if he puts himself there..so be it!!.Are we interested in effective productivity or are we concerned about sharing posts to people just in the name of sharing?!! wake up people..you want change..this is change so get used to it!!!

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  43. Baba go slow is a big thief

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  44. Okay oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!! We are watching!!!!

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  45. Am with the president nice one from him,boko and corruption will be bye and gone soon. TIMILEYIN BLESSING

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  46. He do well. 09095818264. rosemary.nkiru@gmail.com

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  47. We already know that's what he'll do, all his mind is in the petroleum sector. He should not forget there's also money in the agricultural sector, & agriculture needs boosting. Buhari is not transparent & can't be, he has his own agenda, let's see how he is going to sanitise Nigeria...very partial man & hateful man! Just like Okorocha....

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  49. Good to know...if possible He should also appoint Himself as Minister of power and finance...since they are the most important and corrupt sector in Nigeria.

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  50. tnk God for that, i really welcome that idea. the less privilege will benefit form this administration.......

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  51. Nigerians, Apc, trusted and voted for this ma, Now he has no trust for anyone.
    Buhari the tribalistic Hausa Goat.

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  52. So its true that Buhari does not have regard for his citizens. how is it that he makes announcement outside? like we're always the second to know. What is wrong with him telling Nigerians first about his plan? Let me look well again, maybe i'm missing something

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  53. This is d change we re talking about first in history of naija one man serving two powerful offices.president and petroleum minister.APC change!!!!!!

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  54. Get ur facts right olodo.
    Obasanjo wan minister for petroleum ND it is not unconstitutional

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  55. It's a welcome development! He is experienced. Obasanjo did the same thing so there's no need whipping up sentiments.
    We need to sanitise the petroleum industry even though we are looking to diversify the economy. Because like it or not that's our major source of income generation right now as a nation.

    Now let's get to work

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  56. Nigeria needs a different form of solution than what people are thinking.
    If India could become among the technology developed country, india leading in technology, Nigeria can be better if a different approach is imployed than president being the minister of petroleum instead of heading TECHNOLOGY INCUBATION to help our economy.

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  57. Hmmmm experience ko! Where is the leadership on delegation and management?
    At this rate Buhari will be routing oil to the North to support future muslim domination.

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  58. We shuld get sanitised first before considering other sectors.welcomed idea,i second.

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  59. sai baba ko sai mama ni....how possible is dat? u have been d president since may and nothing to show for it, its now petroleum minister. Baba face ur work as president and deliver...there are good Nigerians with integrity...trust smeone and deligate that duty

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  60. sai baba ko sai mama ni....how possible is dat? u have been d president since may and nothing to show for it, its now petroleum minister. Baba face ur work as president and deliver...there are good Nigerians with integrity...trust smeone and deligate that duty

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  61. We are watching you! http://www.bummyla.com

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  62. OUR ABLE PRESIDENT WE LOVE YOU. NO AMOUNT OF PRESSURE OR CRITICS SHOULD STOP YOU FROM FIGHTING CORRUPTION IN NIGERIA. PLS GO AHEAD

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