The Authority Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Rabiu Umar, has unveiled an operational reform agenda aimed at strengthening regulatory discipline, improving efficiency and deepening professionalism within the oil and gas regulatory sector.
Umar disclosed the agenda during his maiden town hall meeting with staff at the authority’s headquarters in Abuja, while regional and field offices participated virtually.
According to a statement issued by the NMDPRA, the engagement marked Umar’s first major internal meeting since assuming office and provided an opportunity to outline his leadership philosophy and expectations for staff performance.
He stated that his administration would operate on principles centred on firm regulation, speedy execution and fairness in conduct.
“Our administration will be guided by the principles of being ‘firm in regulation, fast in execution and fair in conduct’,” Umar said.
He stressed that regulatory efficiency would remain a major focus of his leadership, adding that the authority must demonstrate improved responsiveness, consistency and professionalism in carrying out its responsibilities under the Petroleum Industry Act.
Umar also urged workers to embrace discipline, collaboration and accountability in advancing the mandate of the agency.
“Mr Umar urged staff to remain dedicated, disciplined and collaborative in advancing the mandate of the authority while fostering a culture of accountability, transparency and excellence,” the statement added.
The authority noted that the town hall meeting also created an opportunity for staff interaction and alignment with the new leadership’s vision for the transformation of the agency.
According to the statement, Umar’s reform agenda is expected to drive a broader restructuring of operational procedures and regulatory enforcement within the authority.
Umar was appointed by President Bola Tinubu on April 29 to replace the immediate past head of the agency, Saidu Mohammed.
Mohammed was removed less than four months after succeeding Farouk Ahmed as head of the authority.
Following his nomination by the President, Umar’s appointment was subsequently confirmed by the Senate, completing the process for his assumption of office.
The presidency had stated that the leadership change at the NMDPRA was intended to strengthen regulatory effectiveness in the midstream and downstream petroleum sectors in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration.
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