Salisu Ibrahim Mukhtar

Salisu Ibrahim Mukhtar is an accomplished professional in the energy sector with extensive experience in upstream investment management and strategic planning. As the Head of Planning and Commercial at NNPC Limited, Mukhtar has led critical initiatives, including the operational transition of OML 86/88 to Penington Producing Limited and the Nigerian Upstream Cost Optimization Program (NUCOP). Mukhtar's background includes roles as Managing Director at Penington Producing Limited, Technical Adviser to the Hon Minister of State Petroleum Resources, and Business Adviser to the Group Managing Director at NNPC. Holding multiple advanced degrees, including a Master of Science in Energy Economics Policy and Management, Mukhtar combines technical expertise and strategic insights to enhance operational efficiency and drive industry-wide reforms.