Bashir Bayo Ojulari, over allegations of opaque security spending, describing the demand as unfounded. The security expenditure in question relates to measures aimed at protecting critical oil infrastructure, curbing crude oil theft and safeguarding national assets. Eshiofeh argued that investments in pipeline protection and energy security had contributed to improved crude oil production, stronger operational performance and increased revenue generation. The NCWGG chairman further rejected suggestions that the security expenditure amounted to a disguised fuel subsidy, insisting that asset protection costs were distinct from government subsidy payments. He urged President Bola Tinubu to disregard the calls for Ojulari’s resignation and continue supporting ongoing reforms in the petroleum sector.