Applause as Rabi Ojone Yusuf Inducted as Chartered Fellow of GCIEM Canada

 By Genesis ogiri 

Abuja, Nigeria – In a defining moment of recognition and professional excellence, Rabi Ojone Yusuf has been formally inducted as a Chartered Fellow of the Global Chartered Institute of Energy Management (GCIEM), Canada. The induction celebrates her exceptional contributions to Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector, highlighting her strategic leadership, operational expertise, and unwavering commitment to ethical energy governance.

Ms. Yusuf’s academic credentials reflect both technical depth and environmental foresight. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology & Mining from the University of Jos and a Master’s in Environmental Planning & Protection from the University of Abuja. This strong academic foundation, combined with her professional experience, equips her to navigate the complexities of Nigeria’s energy landscape with precision, insight, and strategic vision.

With over 15 years of progressive experience, Rabi has consistently delivered excellence in depot operations, HSE management, and regulatory compliance. Her career spans key regulatory frameworks under the Petroleum Products Pricing Regulatory Agency (PPPRA) and the Nigerian Midstream & Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), where she has enhanced operational efficiency, safety governance, and sectoral sustainability.

In her current role as Depot Operations / HSE Manager at NMDPRA, Ms. Yusuf leads multidisciplinary teams in streamlining depot operations, implementing rigorous safety protocols, and ensuring full compliance with national energy standards. Her interventions have strengthened stakeholder collaboration, optimized processes, and reinforced Nigeria’s position in global energy governance.

Her leadership is defined by a results-driven, visionary approach, balancing operational pragmatism with regulatory excellence. She has been instrumental in shaping best practices, improving compliance, and driving sustainable operational models across the downstream petroleum sector, earning recognition as a transformational leader in Nigeria’s energy industry.

During the induction ceremony, Prof. Stephen Lazi, Africa President of GCIEM, charged all awardees, including Rabi, to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethical leadership. Prof. Lazi emphasized: “As Pioneer Fellows, you are custodians of best practices, responsible for influencing policy, fostering transparency, and driving institutional reforms within Nigeria’s energy sector. Your ethical conduct and unwavering integrity will inspire confidence among stakeholders and reinforce public trust in the governance of our critical energy resources. Upholding these standards is essential not only for personal excellence but for Africa’s sustainable growth, innovation, and global energy competitiveness.”

Ms. Yusuf is also an active contributor to the broader energy community, holding professional memberships with the International Association of Energy Economics (IAEE), Nigerian Gas Association (NGA), and the Nigerian Association of Energy Economics (NAEE). Her commitment to mentorship, sectoral collaboration, and ethical governance has positioned her as a role model for emerging energy professionals across Nigeria and Africa.

The induction as Chartered Fellow of GCIEM Canada cements Rabi Ojone Yusuf’s legacy as a trailblazer in operational excellence, ethical leadership, and transformational governance. Her journey underscores the power of disciplined, visionary leadership in elevating Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector, driving sustainable development, and shaping Africa’s energy future.

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