…his nomination is expected to further strengthen ongoing efforts to reform the power sector.
ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times| President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power, subject to confirmation by the Senate.
A statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday, said the nomination has been transmitted to the Senate for screening and confirmation in accordance with the Constitution.
The nomination follows the resignation of the former Power Minister, Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down from office to pursue elective office in Oyo State.
Mr Tegbe, an indigene of Oyo State, is a fiscal and economic reform expert with over 35 years of experience spanning both the public and private sectors.
“He is a former Senior Partner and Head of Advisory Services at KPMG Africa, where he led wide-ranging initiatives in fiscal policy reform, institutional transformation, and governance. He has also advised key government institutions and private sector organisations on strategic reforms, regulatory frameworks, and investment structuring.
“He is at present the Director General and Global Liaison for the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, where he is responsible for strengthening bilateral development cooperation between Nigeria and the People’s Republic of China.
“The NCSP also coordinates engagements with public sector stakeholders to advance economic and social development in line with Forum on China-Africa Cooperation objectives.
“Mr Tegbe’s experience includes significant engagements within the power sector, particularly in regulatory and institutional reform involving agencies such as the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission and the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Company.
“His nomination is expected to further strengthen ongoing efforts to reform the power sector, enhance grid stability, and attract sustainable investment in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda,” the statement said.
It added that the President expects the ministerial nominee, upon confirmation, to bring his extensive expertise to bear in advancing critical reforms and delivering improved outcomes for Nigerians in the power sector.
