Ademola Adeyemi-Bero has been appointed as Nigeria’s OPEC Governor for 2025 and will also serve as the Chairman of the OPEC Board of Governors for the same year. This significant appointment was confirmed during the 189th meeting of the OPEC Conference.
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, praised the appointment, emphasizing Nigeria’s active role in global energy discussions. He stated that this platform enables Nigeria to advocate for equitable energy policies that cater to the interests of producers, consumers, and the global economy.
In addition, Lokpobiri expressed gratitude to Ambassador Gabriel Aduda, the outgoing Nigerian OPEC Governor, for his exemplary contributions.
OPEC also announced the appointment of Adeeb Al-Aama, Saudi Arabia’s Governor for OPEC, as the Alternate Chairman of the Board of Governors for 2025. Additionally, His Excellency Haitham Al Ghais’ tenure as OPEC Secretary-General was extended for another three years, starting August 2025, in recognition of his outstanding leadership.
The conference further addressed critical global energy issues, reinforcing OPEC’s commitment to fostering stability in the oil market.
