The Niger State House of Assembly has confirmed the appointments of the chairman and commissioners of the State Electricity Regulatory Commission (NSERC), following a submission from Governor Mohammed Umar Bago. The confirmed appointees include Engr. Dr. Mohammed Sharu, Engr. Dr. Maiwada S. Bello, Dr. Muhammad Ameen Shakur, Engr. Jiro Ahmed Mohammed, and Adamu Nagogo. The speaker congratulated them and urged the utilization of their expertise for state development.
The Niger State House of Assembly has officially confirmed the appointments of key figures within the State Electricity Regulatory Commission (NSERC). This decision followed a formal communication from Governor Mohammed Umar Bago, which was presented during a plenary session by Speaker, Hon. Muhammad Abdulmalik Sarkin Daji.
According to the speaker, Governor Bago utilized his constitutional authority as stipulated in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to submit the nominees for approval. The confirmed appointments include Engr. Dr. Mohammed Sharu as chairman; Engr. Dr. Maiwada S. Bello as commissioner of enforcement and consumer affairs; and Dr. Muhammad Ameen Shakur as commissioner of licensing and regulations.
Additionally, Engr. Jiro Ahmed Mohammed was appointed as the commissioner of rural electricity access management, and Adamu Nagogo will serve as the commissioner of finance and administration. The speaker extended his congratulations to all appointees, encouraging them to leverage their expertise in fulfilling their duties to foster development within Niger State.
In conclusion, the Niger State House of Assembly’s confirmation of the NSERC chairman and commissioners signifies a strategic step towards enhancing the regulatory framework for the state’s electricity sector. The selected individuals are expected to apply their experience to promote effective management, ensuring the evolution of Niger State’s electricity services for the benefit of its citizens.
Original Source: leadership.ng
