The Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited Olufemi Soneye, has been honoured as the 2025 Spokesperson of the Year by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).
The award was presented during a prestigious ceremony in Abuja some days ago, following a rigorous evaluation of Nigeria’s most accomplished communicators.
Soneye emerged as the top choice among an elite group of finalists, including Igo Weli of Shell Petroleum, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi of the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Akande of Sifax Group, and Osagie Edward from the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).
The NNPCL spokesperson’s journey to the top award began with a win in the “Distinguished Spokesperson – Oil and Gas” category, where he outshined other industry veterans.
Soneye,a veteran journalist and communications strategist, was appointed as NNPC Ltd’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer in October 2023.
His professional experience spans top editorial roles in Nigeria, Australia, and the United States, including serving as Editor of the prestigious US Air Force One Magazine at Joint Base Andrews, Washington, D.C.
Since joining NNPC Ltd, Soneye has redefined the company’s public engagement strategy. Under his leadership, the communications division has evolved into a key business enabler, driving brand transformation, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and championing proactive crisis management.
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