Sources revealed that five private jets have been secured for the trip, allegedly arranged by Bashir-Haske, founder of AA & R Investment Group and son-in-law to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
The board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is set to depart for a luxury retreat in Kigali, Rwanda, this Friday—just days after the Senate flagged discrepancies in the company’s audited financials amounting to over ₦210 trillion.
Sources revealed that five private jets have been secured for the trip, allegedly arranged by Bashir-Haske, founder of AA & R Investment Group and son-in-law to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The board, led by Chairman Ahmadu Musa Kida and CEO Bayo Ojulari, is expected to lodge at the upscale Kigali Marriott Hotel, fully booked for the retreat.
Critics say the timing exposes NNPC’s disregard for public accountability. “This is about luxury, not reform,” one oil industry insider said.
The Senate Committee on Public Accounts recently grilled NNPCL CFO Adedapo Segun, demanding answers to the ₦210tn gap and warning that releasing unaudited or contradictory figures damages Nigeria’s credibility.
Despite the backlash, NNPCL officials have not responded to calls for comment. As Nigerians face economic hardship, the board’s lavish travel plans risk inflaming public outrage.
* *“This is about luxury, not reform.” — oil industry insider*
* *“Trillions of naira are in question… These are not mere rounding errors.” — Senator Wadada*
* *“Instead of addressing serious allegations… the NNPC board is heading to Kigali.” — insider source*
* *“If the goal was reform, why not hold the meeting in Abuja?” — anonymous industry official*
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