Tinubu Nominates Tegbe as Power Minister After Adelabu’s Exit

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Mr Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power, forwarding his name to the Senate for screening and confirmation in line with constitutional provisions.

The nomination, contained in a State House press release issued Thursday, follows the resignation of former minister Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down to pursue elective office.

According to the presidency, Tegbe brings over 35 years of experience in fiscal management, economic reform, and institutional development across both the public and private sectors. He is expected to play a key role in advancing ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s power sector, with a focus on improving electricity supply, stabilising the national grid, and attracting long-term investment.

Tegbe, an indigene of Oyo State, previously served as Senior Partner and Head of Advisory Services at KPMG Africa, where he led major initiatives in fiscal policy reform, governance, and institutional transformation. His work also involved advising government agencies and private organisations on regulatory frameworks and strategic investment planning.

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He currently serves as Director General and Global Liaison for the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, where he oversees efforts to deepen economic and development cooperation between Nigeria and China. The partnership coordinates engagements with public sector stakeholders and aligns development initiatives with the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) objectives.

The presidency highlighted Tegbe’s familiarity with the power sector, noting his involvement in regulatory and institutional reforms involving key agencies such as the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission and the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Company. His experience in these areas is seen as critical to addressing longstanding challenges in the sector.

President Tinubu expressed confidence that, if confirmed, Tegbe would leverage his expertise to deliver improved outcomes for Nigerians, particularly in expanding energy access and strengthening the efficiency of electricity generation and distribution.

The nomination is part of the administration’s broader efforts under its Renewed Hope Agenda to reposition the power sector as a driver of economic growth and industrialisation. The government has repeatedly emphasised the importance of stable electricity supply in boosting productivity, supporting small and medium-scale enterprises, and attracting foreign investment.

Tegbe’s confirmation process is expected to commence in the coming days at the Senate, where lawmakers will assess his qualifications and vision for the sector. If cleared, he will assume leadership at a critical time as Nigeria continues to grapple with power supply deficits and infrastructure constraints.