On May 12, 2025, a group of Nigerians residing in the United Kingdom organized a protest outside the Nigerian High Commission in London, demanding the deportation of Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). The protesters accused Kyari of corruption and mismanagement within Nigeria's oil sector.
According to BusinessDay, the demonstrators carried placards with inscriptions such as "Deport Mele Kyari Now" and "End Corruption in NNPC," alleging that Kyari's actions have contributed to the economic challenges facing Nigeria. They called on the UK government to investigate Kyari's activities and revoke any visas or assets linked to him within the UK.
The protest highlights the growing concern among Nigerians in the diaspora regarding governance and accountability in the country's oil industry. The NNPC has faced scrutiny over transparency and financial practices, with calls for reforms intensifying in recent years.
As of now, there has been no official response from Mele Kyari or the NNPC regarding the allegations raised during the protest. The UK authorities have also not issued any statements concerning the demands made by the protesters.
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