Farouk Ahmed
Farouk Ahmed is the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), actively involved in addressing safety concerns related to petroleum tanker transportation in Nigeria. He has been vocal about the alarming rise in fatalities resulting from tanker accidents, advocating for stricter regulations, including a potential ban on larger capacity trucks to enhance road safety and reduce loss of lives.
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Farouk Ahmed is being investigated over alleged personal expenditures related to his role as the ex-Chief Executive of the NMDPRA.
PENGASSAN on Dangote-NMDPRA Feud: Build Institutions
Nigeria· 2025-12-22
Farouk Ahmed was the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority who resigned amid controversy.
NMDPRA, NUPRC Chiefs Resign Amid Dangote Petition FalloutNigeria· 2025-12-18
Farouk Ahmed has resigned as the CEO of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority.
NMDPRA CEO resigns as Tinubu names replacementsNigeria· 2025-12-17
Farouk Ahmed is the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, who is facing corruption allegations.
ICPC launches NMDPRA probe after Dangote corruption petitionNigeria· 2025-12-17
Farouk Ahmed, head of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, is cited by Dangote for concerns over his management of the sector.
Oil tensions rise as Dangote targets Nigerian regulator over fuel imports
Tanzania· 2025-12-15
Farouk Ahmed is accused by Alhaji Aliko Dangote of economic sabotage regarding the funding of his children's education.
Dangote Attacks NMDPRA Boss Over Alleged CorruptionNigeria· 2025-12-15
Farouk Ahmed is the spokesperson for Punjab Rescue who provided details about the accident.
6 killed, 2 injured as bus collides with rescue vehicle in Punjab’s Rahim Yar Khan - Pakistan
Pakistan· 2025-08-21
Farouk Ahmed is the leader of the NMDPRA, credited with transforming the sector.
Fuel Smuggling Down 35%: NMDPRA's ImpactNigeria· 2025-07-14
Farouk Ahmed is the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority.
Dangote tackles marketers, insists on capacity to meet fuel demandNigeria· 2025-05-12
Farouk Ahmed is the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority.
Dangote fuel pricey despite crude oil crashNigeria· 2025-04-17Farouk Ahmed, the CEO of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, discusses the negative impact of global oil market instability on Nigeria's economy.
Oil slump, Trump tariffs put Nigeria’s economy at risk — FGNigeria· 2025-04-16
Farouk Ahmed is the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority.
PMS imports drop by 30 million litres in eight months — NMDPRANigeria· 2025-04-15Farouk Ahmed is the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority who was recognized as the Transformational Leader of the Year.
Grid collapse defeated with additional 700MW –MinisterNigeria· 2025-04-14
Farouk Ahmed is the Chief Executive of the NMDPRA who discussed the fuel supply situation in Nigeria.
Dangote, NNPCL refineries not supplying 50% local fuel demand – FGNigeria· 2025-02-20
Farouk Ahmed is the Chief Executive Officer of the NMDPRA who disclosed the potential ban on large capacity tankers at a stakeholder engagement.
FG may ban trucks as tanker fire claims 493Nigeria· 2025-02-13