*CELEBRATING GBENGA KOMOLAFE’S TRANSFORMATIVE FOOTPRINTS*

By Aminu Kaita

Imagine a young Gbenga Komolafe stepping into the labyrinthine world of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) over three decades ago, his heart alight with a quiet resolve to serve his nation. Today, as Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), this 62-year-old engineer stands as a towering figure, a visionary whose transformative leadership has turned the oil and gas sector into a beacon of hope and progress.

On his birthday, the story of a man whose multifaceted brilliance—part goal-getter, part social crusader, part disciplined innovator is unravelled. The remarkable life of a man who has left an indelible mark on Nigeria, his achievements as intricate and inspiring as a masterfully decoded cypher. Komolafe’s journey is a saga of resilience, a tale of a leader who navigates challenges like a seasoned explorer charting unmapped territories.

From his NNPC roots to his current stewardship at NUPRC, Komolafe has woven a legacy of transparency, accountability, and collaboration. His leadership style, a blend of inclusivity and results-driven pragmatism, has earned him quiet acclaim, often unsung yet ubiquitous in its impact.

Komolafe is a man of many positive faces. To some, he represents an unwavering goal-getter, while to others, he is an unflinching and dogged social crusader, and an astute people-oriented pacesetter with outstanding records of proven achievements, a phenomenon that is difficult to understand or explain.

An unsung hero, who remains essentially ubiquitous, his several laudable achievements at the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) have been sparking curiosity and interest, encouraging several people to try to understand or solve them.

A resilient performer with an austere ability to bounce back from setbacks and failures, and a consistent capacity to adjust to changing circumstances, Engr. Gbenga remains a curious student of exploration, learning new ideas and perspectives, and understanding his strengths, weaknesses, and emotions, with the admirable grasp and intelligence to know that he can develop through effort and learning.

A well-disciplined personality who is consistently applying himself to achieve goals by concentrating on high-priority tasks and minimising distractions, Engr. Komolafe is driven and motivated by a genuine patriotic national interest and enthusiastic about fostering social reforms that will bring about social welfare and enduring benefits to all Nigerians.

Komolafe has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence, accountability, positivity, transparency, and collaborative networking, leveraging relationships to achieve goals, embracing opportunities for growth and development, and enduring reforms, effecting the present positive impact, and changing narratives witnessed at the NUPRC today. His leadership style, characterised by transparency, inclusivity, and a focus on results, has earned him widespread recognition and acclaim.

Engr. Komolafe’s visionary stewardship at the NUPRC has implemented a series of groundbreaking reforms aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the oil and gas sector, leading to a significant increase in oil production, with Nigeria’s daily output reaching 1.7 million barrels, juxtaposed with the successful curbing of oil theft, reducing the menace to 5,000 barrels per day.

In the area of gas production, he has also achieved admirable successes, notably increasing and averaging seven billion standard cubic feet per day, and surpassing its targeted revenue with internally generated revenue exceeding 84%.

A genuinely transparent and result-based personality, Engr. Komolafe’s willingness to take calculated risks and ownership of his actions, decisions, and outcomes has not only effectively attracted others to join him in his reform programs but has instilled in them confidence and enabled him to foster enhanced diverse perspectives, leading to his several accomplishments.

A highly esteemed innovator, deliberate on sustainable development, value addition, and game-changing, Engr. Komolafe’s vision for the oil and gas sector extends beyond mere production increases to a desirable commitment to driving innovation, sustainability, and environmental responsibility.

Hence, initiative reforms such as the Nigeria Gas Flare Commercialisation Programme (NGFCP) and the Carbon Credits Earning Framework are demonstrations of his avowal to reduce the oil and gas industry’s carbon footprint and promote sustainable energy practices.

Most significantly, Komolafe’s contribution has been his prioritisation of transparency and accountability, and the introduction of cutting-edge regulatory frameworks, such as the Hydrocarbon Metering Regulations and Automated Cargo Declaration Systems, which have institutionalised transparency and bolstered Nigeria’s earnings from its hydrocarbon resources.

He has also sufficiently demonstrated a legacy that extends far beyond his impressive resume, becoming a beacon of shining light and an exemplary symbol of hope and transformation in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. His commitment to reform, innovate, and sustain productive, positive and pragmatic reforms in the oil and gas sector has set a new standard for regulatory bodies in Africa, and made it a compass to the world.

As Nigeria’s energy sector continues to evolve, the solid and sagacious foundation laid by Engr. Gbenga will remain an indelible framework for the nation’s progress, a testament to the power of visionary and strategic leadership. On his 62nd birthday, it’s fitting to reflect on his remarkable journey and the profoundly enduring impact he is having on Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.

With a career spanning over 35 years, Engr. Komolafe has emerged as a champion of reform, driving transformative changes that have repositioned the industry for growth and sustainability. While celebrating the times and personality of this great reformer, Engineer Gbenga Komolafe, who is driving a powerful reform at NUPRC, in wishing him many more years of intentional service to the world, it is our fervent prayer that God will grant him greater self-awareness, empathy, and social skills that will continue to enhance relationships and decision-making.

As we honour his transformative odyssey, we pray for his enduring wisdom, empathy, and resilience to guide NUPRC forward, fueling a united, prosperous Nigeria that inspires generations to dream boldly and soar.

***Aminu Kaita writes from Kaduna refinery complex

Buratai to Chair Book Launch on Court Martial Cases in Abuja

ABUJA – Former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai (Rtd), CFR, has been announced as the Chairman of a high-profile book launch titled Annotation of Cases on Court Martial, scheduled to hold on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the Army Headquarters Command Officers’ Mess, Asokoro, Abuja.

The book, co-authored by Major General Mahmood Umaru Wambai and legal luminary Ali Ibrahim Omachi, Esq., offers a detailed analysis and reference on cases of court martial, a subject central to military law and justice administration in Nigeria.

According to the organisers, the launch will attract the top echelon of Nigeria’s military, legal practitioners, academics, and distinguished personalities from across the country.

The event will feature General Christopher Gwabin Musa, OFR, Chief of Defence Staff, Armed Forces of Nigeria, as the Special Guest of Honour, while the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Oluyede NAM, will serve as Chief Host.

Prominent businessman Alhaji Umar A. Mustapha, CEO of UFAM Holdings Nigeria Limited, has been unveiled as the Chief Launcher, while Professor Akinseye George, SAN, FCARB, FINAIS, will handle the book review.

Speaking ahead of the occasion, the authors expressed optimism that the book would serve as a vital guide for military officers, legal practitioners, and scholars, bridging knowledge gaps in military justice and reinforcing discipline in the armed forces.

The ceremony, billed to commence at 10:00 a.m. prompt, promises to be a landmark gathering of military and civilian elites, highlighting the importance of law, justice, and accountability in strengthening Nigeria’s defence institutions

Break Forth Night of Prophecy: Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo,Dr Chris Okafor Releases Pharez Annointing On faithful at Not My Blood Not My Blood Conference

….. About 90 Miracle Babies Released by God at Not My Head Not My Blood Conference

What is Pharez Annointing? Pharez Annointing is a Prophetic catalyst that carries Grace for Breaking Forth, Therefore it has the ability or capacity to change Something pronounced as bad to good, When Pharez Annointing is on you, it Guarantee speedy overtaken and is able the narrative Positively.

This is the Kind of Annointing the General Overseer of KICC Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo Prophetically declares is available in Grace Nation international under the shepherd of the Generational Prophet Dr Chris Okafor.

Speaking at Day 3 of the ongoing “Not My Head Not My Blood Conference” tagged ” Break Forth” taking place at the international Headquarters of Grace Nation world-wide in Ojodu Berger Lagos Nigeria,

Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo said Dr Chris Okafor and the entire Grace Nation world-wide has not seen anything yet, He said the Pharez Annointing inside Grace Nation is capable to do Everything Mightily therefore Grace Nation should expect unprecedentedly hand of God in all its service, God is just starting with your father The Generational Prophet Dr Chris Okafor Prophetically he mentioned.

Teaching on the Subject “Breakthrough” Pastor Ashimolowo said whatever kind of break forth you wish will come easily with Pharez Annointing.

He cited the Scripture and remarked that Pharez Annointing located David and brought him out among his Generation.

The Man said every where Pharez is mentioned in the Bible is all about unexpected Miracles, therefore to break forth in your endeavors, Business, Profession, even Health-wise you need Pharez Annointing.

Pharez Annointing positions you to benefit from where you don’t deserve, it carries you from the back position to the first, it changes your status, Make you sit with the Rich and wealthy people in the Society and change your name totally, You Will Become the reference points to important issues.

While releasing fathers Blessings on all participants both Physically in attendance and through all the Grace Nation online handles and Liberation TV Viewers, The Clergyman Declares that henceforth your Present Position will be your Poorest status in life, as he releases the Pharez Annointing on all Participants at the conference, The Man of God declared that Breakthrough shall be evidential over all, and Restoration at all side.

Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo prayed for Dr Chris Okafor that the world will look unto him, Grace Nation will continue to move from country to country, Continent to Continent and the hand of God will continue to abide with all the Sons and Daughters of the Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor.

Shortly after, The Generational Prophet Dr Chris Okafor also released the Pharez Annointing on over 90 awaiting Mother, he said by this time next year over 90 Miracles babies will be dedicated on Grace Nation Altars and out of which 35 babies will come in twins and Triplets as released by God.

The Annual Flagship Program of Grace Nation Global Not My Head Not My Blood Conference will come to end with a special thanksgiving service on 28th September 2025 at the international Headquarters of Grace Nation world-wide in Ojodu Berger Lagos Nigeria and Time is 7-11am. The Pharez Annointing is available to change your story.

Join Dr Chris Okafor at Grace Nation on 28th September 2025 for a divine encounter.. God bless