Mohammed Barkindo is a Nigerian oil industry executive who served as the Secretary General of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) from 2016 until his passing in 2022. He played a significant role in shaping global oil policies and promoting cooperation among member countries to stabilize oil markets. Before his tenure at OPEC, Barkindo held various positions in the Nigerian oil sector, including serving as the Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). He was known for his expertise in energy economics and his efforts to address challenges facing the oil industry, including market volatility and sustainability.