President Tinubu Reconstitutes Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission Board
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New Appointments Approved
President Bola Tinubu has officially reconstituted the Board of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) following the Senate’s confirmation of its members on December 16. This decision aligns with the ongoing efforts to enhance the country’s power sector.
Leadership Changes
In a statement released by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Dr. Mulisiu Olalekan Oseni has been appointed as the new Chairman of the commission. Having joined as a commissioner in January 2017 and subsequently serving as Vice Chairman, Oseni officially took up the chairmanship role on December 1, 2025.
Role of the Vice Chairman
Dr. Yusuf Ali has been appointed as the Vice Chairman of NERC. He initially became a commissioner in February 2022 and, like Oseni, commenced his new role on December 1, 2025. Ali will serve until the completion of his first term, contributing to significant reforms within the commission.
Returning Commissioners
The reconstituted board includes several returning members who have previously contributed to NERC’s objectives. Mr. Nathan Rogers Shatti, Mr. Dafe Akpeneye, and Mrs. Aisha Mahmud Kanti Bello will all serve their second terms. Shatti and Akpeneye were first appointed in January 2017, while Bello joined the commission in December 2020.
New Member Introduction
Additionally, Dr. Chidi Ike has been appointed as a commissioner, marking his first term since being brought on board in February 2022. Another new addition, Dr. Fouad Animashaun, will also serve as a commissioner, with his appointment starting in December 2025. Animashaun, an experienced energy economist, brings valuable insights from his role as Executive Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission.
Transforming Nigeria’s Power Sector
President Tinubu emphasized the importance of the board members’ roles in driving the transformation of Nigeria’s power sector. He urged them to ensure that their efforts align with both the letter and the spirit of the Electricity Act, 2023, highlighting the government’s commitment to enhancing electricity delivery across the nation.
