Olabiyi-Agoro emerges PENGASSAN president

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has ushered in a new leadership with the election of Bosun Olabiyi-Agoro as its National President. Olabiyi-Agoro emerged unopposed at the association's first Quadrennial Delegates Conference held in Abuja.

He succeeds Festus Osifo, who also serves as the President of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC). Olabiyi-Agoro, a Petroleum Engineer and labor leader, brings more than 20 years of experience from Nigeria's oil and gas sector to his new role. He currently holds a position at the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).

His professional background includes extensive technical and operational roles with companies like Baker Hughes and EA Temile and Sons. Olabiyi-Agoro also possesses strong academic credentials, including a Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Aberdeen, UK.

Olabiyi-Agoro is a seasoned trade unionist, having served as Chairman of the TUC Oyo State Council. Within PENGASSAN, he previously held positions such as National Financial Secretary and National Auditor. In his acceptance speech, he promised to prioritize workers' welfare and continue the legacies established by his predecessor.

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to prioritize workers welfare and continue with the legacies set by Osifo.