The Spokesperson of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd, Femi Soneye, has stepped down from his role as the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPCL.

He announced his departure in a Facebook post on Saturday, citing the need to focus on family and personal matters.

He stated that he made the decision in order to focus more on his family and address personal obligations that now demand his closer involvement.

The statement reads: “Dear Esteemed Colleagues,

 “I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you all for the unwavering support, professionalism, and genuine commitment you’ve shown in helping to shape and amplify the NNPC Ltd story over the past 20 months. Your role in building a vibrant and effective communications presence for our national energy company has been nothing short of invaluable.

“I wish to inform you that I have stepped aside from my role as Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd.

“This decision will allow me to devote more time to my family and attend to personal responsibilities that now require my closer presence.

“ It has been a profound honour to serve both the Company and our country, and to contribute in my own way to the ongoing transformation of NNPC Ltd. I am deeply grateful for the trust reposed in me, the opportunities granted, and the incredible professionals both within and outside the organization with whom I have worked.

 “I remain a steadfast supporter and ambassador of NNPC Ltd wherever I go. I enjoin you, dear colleagues, to continue your robust, balanced, and constructive reportage in support of the Company’s noble mission and strategic role in Nigeria’s energy future. With sincere appreciation.”

Mr. Soneye, an accomplished journalist with a diverse background spanning full-time and freelance roles at leading publications in Nigeria, Australia, and the United States, was appointed to head NNPCL’s Corporate Communications team.

 His role focused on strengthening brand visibility, executing strategic communication efforts, and overseeing stakeholder relations.

He holds membership in several prominent professional associations, including the Nigerian Union of Journalists, the National Association of Black Journalists, the Society of Professional Journalists, and the Guild of Corporate Online Media Publishers.

Mr. Soneye joined NNPCL under the leadership of former Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari.