The high-profile event saw stakeholders from government, the energy industry, professional bodies, and diplomatic circles join in celebrating the achievements of de Jong, who led Shell’s business in Nigeria for more than six years.
The transition marked a historic moment as the leadership baton was passed from Marno to Aiboni, amidst thunderous applause, confirming her as the first female leader of Shell’s entire operations in Nigeria.
In her remarks, Elohor expressed ready commitment: “The hard work starts now, and I look forward to the exciting years ahead.”
“The way Marno drives performance is admirable,” stated Wael Sawan, Chief Executive Officer of Shell plc, in a recorded farewell message. He thanked de Jong for his profound contributions to Shell during his long tenure.
Further felicitation came from the Honorable Minister of Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, who noted that investments led by Shell under de Jong’s leadership were in strong alignment with the Renewed Hope agenda of the Nigerian Government.
Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Mele Kolo Kyari, who was represented by Executive Vice President, Upstream, Udobong Ntia, commended Marno for playing a vital role in helping to “advance the vision of positioning gas as energy for Nigerians.”
Ntia added on behalf of Kyari: “We look forward to the next chapter of Shell to deepen our strategic partnership.”
de Jong's tenure was marked by significant milestones. Key achievements include the divestment from onshore oil production, which laid the foundation for a new future via the Renaissance consortium, sustained production at the Bonga deepwater field resulting in the attainment of one billion barrels of oil, and the execution of the crucial Bonga North and HI projects.
Marno’s colleagues in Shell remembered him as a leader “who led from his heart.”
President, Upstream, Peter Costello stated: “He understands the technical detail. He understands the commercial choices. He understands the importance of partnership. And most importantly, he understands the value of people and relationships.”
These sentiments were echoed by numerous other speakers and captains of industry who turned out to bid Marno farewell, including:
Osagie Okunbor, who retired last year as Country Chair, Shell Nigeria, Ronald Adams, Managing Director, SNEPCo, Ralph Gbobo, Managing Director, Shell Nigeria Gas, Iyke Nnoaham, General Manager, Deepwater Oil, Adeleye Falade, Managing Director and CEO, Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), Elozino Olaniyan, CEO, Midwestern Oil and Gas Company Limited, Jagir Baxi, Chairman and Managing Director, ExxonMobil Nigeria, Adegbite Falade, CEO of Aradel and Chairman of the Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG).
In his moving response, Marno de Jong thanked all stakeholders, including government officials, regulatory bodies, and Shell employees, for their unalloyed cooperation over the years.
In her remarks, Elohor expressed ready commitment: “The hard work starts now, and I look forward to the exciting years ahead.”
“The way Marno drives performance is admirable,” stated Wael Sawan, Chief Executive Officer of Shell plc, in a recorded farewell message. He thanked de Jong for his profound contributions to Shell during his long tenure.
Further felicitation came from the Honorable Minister of Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, who noted that investments led by Shell under de Jong’s leadership were in strong alignment with the Renewed Hope agenda of the Nigerian Government.
Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Mele Kolo Kyari, who was represented by Executive Vice President, Upstream, Udobong Ntia, commended Marno for playing a vital role in helping to “advance the vision of positioning gas as energy for Nigerians.”
Ntia added on behalf of Kyari: “We look forward to the next chapter of Shell to deepen our strategic partnership.”
de Jong's tenure was marked by significant milestones. Key achievements include the divestment from onshore oil production, which laid the foundation for a new future via the Renaissance consortium, sustained production at the Bonga deepwater field resulting in the attainment of one billion barrels of oil, and the execution of the crucial Bonga North and HI projects.
Marno’s colleagues in Shell remembered him as a leader “who led from his heart.”
President, Upstream, Peter Costello stated: “He understands the technical detail. He understands the commercial choices. He understands the importance of partnership. And most importantly, he understands the value of people and relationships.”
These sentiments were echoed by numerous other speakers and captains of industry who turned out to bid Marno farewell, including:
Osagie Okunbor, who retired last year as Country Chair, Shell Nigeria, Ronald Adams, Managing Director, SNEPCo, Ralph Gbobo, Managing Director, Shell Nigeria Gas, Iyke Nnoaham, General Manager, Deepwater Oil, Adeleye Falade, Managing Director and CEO, Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), Elozino Olaniyan, CEO, Midwestern Oil and Gas Company Limited, Jagir Baxi, Chairman and Managing Director, ExxonMobil Nigeria, Adegbite Falade, CEO of Aradel and Chairman of the Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG).
In his moving response, Marno de Jong thanked all stakeholders, including government officials, regulatory bodies, and Shell employees, for their unalloyed cooperation over the years.
He also expressed deep appreciation to his wife, Anne-Marie, and their children for their unflinching support during “every move, every assignment, and every unexpected change of plan.”
Reflecting on his rich professional experience, de Jong said of the nation: “Nigeria taught me many things. It taught me patience. It taught me resilience. It taught me the importance of listening. And above all, it reinforced my belief that progress happens when people come together around a shared purpose.”
Reflecting on his rich professional experience, de Jong said of the nation: “Nigeria taught me many things. It taught me patience. It taught me resilience. It taught me the importance of listening. And above all, it reinforced my belief that progress happens when people come together around a shared purpose.”

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