BOG Person of the Quarter

Abiodun Sopelu is BOG Person of Q3 2024

Abiodun is an Electrical Equipment Maintenance Technician at the OCTG Threading and Machining Plant, BOG FZE. He emerged head and shoulders above other nominees for the coveted award.

Abiodun joined BOG FZE in January 2023 and has integrated smoothly into the OCTG Team. He has taken on tasks and demonstrated outstanding performance, commitment and initiative in the process.

In his role, he demonstrated leadership attributes in delivering tasks assigned to him. Prominent among them is redesigning of the electrical circuit of four overhead cranes, certified by a third-party inspection company. This achievement not only demonstrates his technical proficiency but also saved the company millions of Naira that would have been expended if the task had been outsourced to a vendor.

As a dedicated and exceptional team member, Abiodun also demonstrated result-orientation by successfully completing the wiring of the OCTG Plant efficiently and safely. In addition, he completed the wiring of OCTG Plant equipment, further displaying his technical expertise in the process.

Aside technical accomplishments, Abiodun has consistently demonstrated a willingness to adapt to changes. He has voluntarily used his personal motorbike to run operational errands without grudges, displaying his dedication and commitment to the OCTG team’s success. He is a go-to person. His exceptional performance, work ethic, and selfless attitude make him an asset to BOG. His contributions have positively impacted the operations of the OCTG Plant and the company as a whole.

●Abiodun Sopelu, BOG Person of the Quarter, Q3 2024.

Gift Ayoade is BOG Person of Q2 2024

Gift Ayoade, a Senior Finance Officer in our Finance Department is the BOG of Q2 2024. This coveted award recognizes exemplary performance, dedication, leadership, hard work and commitment to duty via a process of nomination across the company. It is part of the company staff recognition system aimed at encouraging and motivating staff towards outstanding performance. Gift joined BOG in August 2010 as an Office Assistant and progressed rapidly through the ranks to Finance Assistant in January 2013, Assistant Finance Officer in March 2015 and to her current position, Senior Finance Officer in March 2018.

Gift had to take up the challenge of going through with an ongoing statutory audit by KPMG (BOG’s auditors) even after the departure of another staff. She did not panic, rather, she gallantly rose to the occasion and single-handedly closed out the audit with limited help from others. Gift also patiently coached and tutored others and worked extremely long hours to ensure all open items were closed out.

She demonstrated leadership attributes by influencing her colleagues positively, leading by example to deliver results even when they had to work extra hours after close of business. By this, she showed her colleagues the importance of getting things done within the shortest possible time.

Gift also demonstrated patience and goal-orientation whilst handling incessant demands for more documents and information. She is respectful, with  a good disposition and is also dogged when it comes to following up on BOG’s receivables with our customers and other deliverables. Overall, Gift has shown considerable commitment to the departmental and organizational goals, and has consistently exhibited true BOG value.

●Gift Ayoade, BOG Person of the Quarter, Q2 2024.

Silas Itulua is BOG Person of Q1 2024

Silas Itulua joined BOG in September 2021 as the pioneer Team Lead for BOG’s world-class Valve Manufacturing and Service Plant located at the Lekki Free Zone, Lagos. He is responsible for supervising the valve team and implementing processes and budgets required to enable the company profitably deliver quality valve assembly and repairs services to clients.

Silas distinctly met the criteria for the BOG person. He demonstrated commitment to BOG, a clear understanding of our goals, and a commitment to excellence as he piloted the activities of the Valves Assembly Plant. His commitment to delivering the desired results is helping us earn financial strength. He did all within his means in the prevailing circumstances to ensure that BOG’s goals and objectives are met, while conducting business in a professional, moral and ethical manner and sound integrity.

As a leader, Silas influenced his team members by example, to deliver results even when they had to work at weekends. Silas dealt with members of his team with respect. He also showed respect to the customers and to BOG management and leadership. In the absence of a staff bus for the FZE team, he came up with the idea of picking members of staff from their closest junctions to work and returning the staff to the junction at the close of work daily- demonstrating a willingness to adapt to changes.

Silas identified unmet customer needs and proffered creative solutions – He identified a space challenge with the IOCs accommodating our mobile container. In such situations, Silas provided a canopy tent with our modified test bench under to reduce space and carryout the job effectively. He also went for an inspection at Enageed Ajoki to inspect safety valves and used the opportunity to render solutions to the client on control valves that was later awarded to B.O.G at a reasonable price.

He created the end of year get together for clients, vendors and authorities at the BOG FZE facility. Thereby improving relationship with our customers and the regulators at the LFZE. He also created improvements to work processes- He introduced yearly certification training for the valve assembly team. He also designed a Valve assembly flowchart. The flow chart has been adopted by a client representative who came to inspect our facility. He came up with the use of an excel tracker to remind clients of when their pressure and temperature gauges would expire and should be sent back to BOG for re-calibration.

In his bid to deliver on new ideas, Silas took a risk — He undertook a solo-trip to Warri refinery to seek ideas on how BOG can get involved in the after-service contract for safety valves repair after the current contractor. Furthermore, Silas successfully positioned BOG’s innovative methods of testing safety valves and the client’s expectations were met.

Some of the projects completed recently include:

●Silas Itulua, BOG Person of the Quarter, Q1 2024.

●Silas Itulua working on one of the valves during a recent project.

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Abdul-Hakeem Dan’Azimi Bello

Head of Human Resources

Abdul-Hakeem Dan’Azimi Bello is a seasoned Human Resources and administrative leader with over 15 years of professional experience in driving organizational success through strategic human resources management and administrative functions. He has played a pivotal role in defining and implementing comprehensive HR strategies aligned with corporate goals. His expertise extends to talent acquisition, workforce management, training program development, and employee relations, supporting over 100 employees and facilitating major workforce expansions.

Bello has demonstrated a proven ability to manage complex projects, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a strong organizational culture. His technical skills include proficiency in tools like Microsoft Suite, Slack, and HR Information Systems (HRIS), making him adept in optimizing HR functions through data-driven decision-making and process improvement.

In addition to his operational excellence, AD Bello has earned various certifications in HR management and is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM). He holds a BSc in Accounting from Bayero University, Kano and an MSc in Treasury Management. He has actively contributed to international HR initiatives and business strategy development.

Ebi Dike

Operations Manager

Ebi Dike is a dynamic and results-oriented operations and project manager. With a successful track record and specialization in pipeline and piping operations and projects spanning over 15 years, Ebi has consistently delivered exceptional results in complex and challenging project environments.
Ebi’s strong leadership abilities have allowed him to effectively coordinate cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring seamless communication throughout project lifecycles. Since his involvement in the Bonga FPSO project in 2004, Ebi has lead project teams on other FPSOs like Erha, Agbami, Akpo, Usan, and Egina. He has also led project teams on other offshore and land production facilities like Total’s Ikike Project, Chevron’s DSO – Meren GGCP & SONAM Projects, Interplant Corridor Escravos Pipeline Project, and Abiteye Sewage Treatment Plant Project.
Ebi’s technical expertise is complemented by his in-depth knowledge of industry regulations, safety protocols, and quality control standards. He consistently applies best practices and innovative solutions to optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and minimize risks. His ability to analyze complex situations and make data-driven decisions has proven invaluable in resolving challenges and delivering successful outcomes. As Operations Manager, Ebi is responsible for managing cross-functional field operations and delivering various complex projects across an array of clients.
Ebi has a Bachelor of Technology Degree in Geology and a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Information Technology, both from Federal University of Technology, Owerri. He holds certifications in relevant areas such as piping design, equipment maintenance, safety, quality, and project management methodologies. He has also completed several training programmes in engineering design, construction, management, and improvement in operational processes. Ebi also actively pursues continuous learning opportunities and stays updated with the latest industry advancements.
Beyond oil and gas services, Ebi has interests in Systems and Design thinking, Data analytics, Agile concepts and principles, Lean Six Sigma principles, and emerging technologies. He is also an avid reader of different genres. Ebi is keen on making contributions to positively impact his immediate environment and the society at large.

Aigbe Abohi

Finance Manager

Aigbe Abohi is a seasoned professional with almost 10 years cognate industry experience in areas of accounting, financial management, financial planning and reporting, budgeting, and operational finance.

Prior to joining Bell Oil and Gas, he was a General Ledger Manager at Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc where he was responsible for general accounting operations, financial reporting, suggesting, and implementing sound internal control procedures, designing standard operating procedure manuals, preparing annual audited financial statements, as well as leading and coordinating external audit exercises for various companies in the agro allied value chain. He had also functioned as a finance and accounts team lead in other organizations where he oversaw finance and management reporting, accounts payables and receivables, inventory, payroll as well as fixed assets management.

In his current role at Bell Oil and Gas, he is responsible for supervising the finance team, coordinating a variety of finance and accounts activities including general accounting, accounts payables, payroll and treasury management, financial reporting and budgeting amongst others.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Benin, and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).

His hobbies include studying, sports, music, movies and networking.

Chinwe Ama-Boms

Plant Manager, OCTG Threading and Machining Plant

Chinwe is a result-driven and seasoned engineer with a proven history of plant setup and production optimization through improved efficiency, cost and waste reduction, enhanced product quality and resource management. He believes in getting it right the first time.
Chinwe is skilled in team leadership, training and development, strategic planning and innovative problem-solving.
This has been proven in 17+ years of professional experience in OCTG precision manufacturing where he has managed daily plant operations, ensuring safety with zero LTI, high product quality with zero scrap and enhanced productivity, leading cross-functional teams to achieve production targets and optimize processes, implementing cost-saving initiatives, resulting in significant expense reduction.
Chinwe holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt and has acquired several tailored certifications in quality and production optimization.
Beyond oil and gas, he has an interest in family, reading different genres and good governance.

DR. (Engr). Chima Ibeneche

Chairman, Board of Directors

Dr. (Engr.) Chima has over 31 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. He spent his first three years with Schlumberger where he started out in 1978. He joined The Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) in 1986. Chima was sent overseas on assignment as Senior Petrophysicist, Land Operations, in  Nederlandse Aardolle Maatschaappij, a Shell/ Esso company in Assen, northern Netherlands. He returned to Nigeria in 1989 to become the Divisional Chief Petrophysicist. He was later appointed Chief Petroleum Engineer in the Western Division of The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria (SPDC).

Dr. Chima drilled the first horizontal well in Shell’s operations in Nigeria. From 1994 to 1999, he served as the Petroleum Economist for Europe and Africa at Shell International Headquarters in The Hague, Holland; Acting Petroleum Engineering Manager, Western Division; Human Resources Manager; and Deputy Development Director and Corporate Well Engineering Manager and Service Director at SPDC. In 2004, he became the Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo), pioneering offshore and deep-water exploration and production operations in Nigeria and bringing on stream the Bonga field. Chima joined NLNG in 2008 as the first Nigerian Managing Director from The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria (SPDC), a position he held between 2008 and 2012. During the same period, he was the Executive VP of Bonny Gas Transport Limited.

As the Chairman Board of Directors in Bell Oil & Gas, he is responsible for leading the Board on strategic matters and guiding the company on its strategic direction. Dr. Chima holds a degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Doctorate Degree Honoris causa in Production Management from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri. He is a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), Institute of Directors and the Nigerian Economic Summit Group. He is also the former president of the Nigerian Gas Association and a fellow of the Energy Institute of London. He also serves on the board of several notable companies.

EJIRO ERIVONA

Position: Assistant General Manager

Ejiro Erivona has over 20 years of international experience in the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry. His expertise spans Business Operations Management , Business Development, Contracts and process management in the oil service industry as well as the Exploration and production segment of the Oil and Gas Business. 

He has managed key business divisions for various multinationals like Falcon, General Electric and Baker Hughes, working in various countries in Africa and North America, leading multidisciplinary and multicultural teams to achieve stellar business outcomes. Most recently, he held the position of Senior Manager, Operations at Nigeria’s Major E&P Independent- Conoil Producing Nigeria. 

Experienced in business startups, as well as new business generation, Ejiro has a track record of closing major deals in the IOCs, NOCs and marginal field operators in the sub-continent. 

He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the university of wales and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Benin. He is also an alumnus of the Administrative College of India ( ASCI) 

Ejiro has a “Black Belt” in people and change management and has pursued the same with great flair. 

KAYODE THOMAS

Chief Executive Officer

With a solid background in corporate strategy, business development, project management, business analysis and supply chain management, gained from key positions with various blue chip organisations, Kayode has many years international and domestic experience in driving businesses to achieve their strategic and corporate goals.

Prior to Bell Oil & Gas Ltd, he managed and delivered various strategic projects for multi-national corporations in Europe including business process re-engineering, organisation design, change management, ERP solutions, mergers & acquisitions, and post-merger business integration. He held strategic positions in different organisations including the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (London office), British Telecommunications (UK), Johnson & Johnson (UK), Cable & Wireless (UK) and GlaxoSmithKline (UK) where he managed and developed supply chain processes, new product introduction models, sales and operations planning policies, product rationing strategies, customer services and performance management methodologies across Europe. His various achievements led to him being named the Glaxo Wellcome IIP Award winner in 1998.

A finalist at the 2011 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and a founding director of Bell Oil & Gas, Kayode is a seasoned entrepreneur with a successful track record of leadership in cross-functional teams. At Bell Oil & Gas Ltd where he has held the position of CEO since inception, Kayode is responsible for corporate strategy, business planning, major projects development, change management, corporate governance, strategic alliances, brand management and corporate social responsibility. He is also responsible for the overall direction, growth and expansion of the company.

A strong advocate of continuous learning, Kayode is an ardent reader of a range of books covering leadership, motivation, relationship building, crime, autobiographies, and Christian literature. He is also a presenter and speaker at international conferences with specific interests in Strategic Alliances, Nigerian Content, and Entrepreneurship.

Kayode is an avid animal lover, with interests in exotic breeds of dogs, parrots, horses and wildlife. He is also a staunch Formula 1 follower, a lover of cricket, rugby, snooker, polo and sailing.

A Harvard Business School and Warwick Business School alumnus, Kayode is a highly motivated and articulate professional who brings with him, deep business insights, strategic thinking, and extensive management and business development experience and expertise spanning many key business areas.

A Certified Management Consultant (CMC), Kayode serves on the board of a number of companies, including several start-ups, provides advisory services to many organisations, within and outside the oil industry and supports young aspiring entrepreneurs in translating ideas into business reality. Kayode is also the founder and chairman of Rifugio Communications, a leading mobile phone retail and enterprise solutions provider in Nigeria. He holds a B.SC (Hons) Degree in Physics, an MSc in Advanced Manufacturing Systems, an MBA and a Doctorate Degree in Business Administration with research interest in Strategic Alliances and Implications for Local Capacity Development in the Nigerian Oil & Gas industry.

Kayode is a member of the Institute of Directors, the Nigerian Institute of Management and a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC-Nigeria).

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