Adeyemi-Bero elected as chairman of OPEC’s board

The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) members have appointed a Nigerian, Ademola Adeyemi-Bero, as Chairman of the Board of Governors for 2025.

The cartel announced this at the end of the 189th meeting of its Conference on Tuesday.

The statement read, “The conference appointed Mr. Ademola Adeyemi-Bero, Governor of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for OPEC, as Chairman of the Board of Governors for the year 2025, and Eng. Adeeb Al-Aama, Governor of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for OPEC, as Alternate Chairman for the same period.”

Before he was appointed the Chairman of the OPEC Board of Governors, Adeyemi-Bero was confirmed as Nigeria’s OPEC Governor for 2025.

This role highlights Nigeria’s influence within the OPEC and underscores the nation’s commitment to shaping global energy policies.

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri, in a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media and Communication, Nneamaka Okafor, hailed Adeyemi-Bero’s elevation as a testament to the country’s active contributions to the global oil industry.

The statement read, “He (Lokpobiri) emphasised that this appointment provides Nigeria with a vital platform to advocate for balanced energy policies that benefit oil producers, consumers, and the global economy.

“The Honourable Minister also expressed profound gratitude to Ambassador Gabriel Aduda, the outgoing Nigerian OPEC Governor, for his exemplary service.

“He acknowledged Ambassador Aduda’s instrumental role in advancing Nigeria’s interests within OPEC and ensuring the country’s influential presence in global energy discussions.”