Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has approved the establishment of the Gombe State Electricity Regulatory Commission (GOSERC) and the Gombe State Information Technology and Digital Economy Commission (GIDTEC).
This was contained in a statement signed by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General of Press Affairs, Government House, Gombe.
The statement reads partly: “The creation of GOSERC is in line with the Governor’s power sector reform agenda, particularly in leveraging the opportunities provided by the Electricity Act to strengthen electricity regulation, improve service delivery, attract investment and expand access to reliable power across Gombe State.
“In the same vein, the creation of GIDTEC reflects Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s resolve to transform Gombe State into a technology-driven and digitally competitive economy, with strong emphasis on ICT growth, digital innovation, skills development, e-governance and youth employment.”
According to the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi, the commissions were formally established following the Governor’s assent to the bills creating the institutions, giving them full legal authority to operate effectively.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya tasked the newly appointed chairmen to leverage their experience, professionalism, and integrity in building strong, responsive, and results-oriented institutions capable of delivering tangible benefits to the people of Gombe State.
Both appointments are with effect from 2nd January, 2026.
