The Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Engr. Abba Abubakar Aliyu, has confirmed his attendance of the NewsDirect 15th Anniversary and Award Ceremony.
The prestigious event is slated for Friday, November 28, 2025, at the Ballroom, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Engr. Aliyu is set to be honoured with the highly coveted Public Sector CEO of the Year Award.
This recognition celebrates his exceptional leadership and remarkable success in driving Nigeria’s rural electrification forward through sustainable and innovative energy solutions.
His award follows a detailed evaluation of his impactful contributions, particularly the implementation of the $550 million Nigeria Electrification Project (NEP) and the successful securing of the $750 million Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scaleup (DARES) facility from the World Bank.
Under his guidance, the REA continues to significantly expand electricity access to underserved communities, foster renewable energy partnerships, and champion sustainable development nationwide.
Celebrating 15 years of media excellence, Nigerian NewsDirect remains a trusted source for accurate and insightful reporting.
This annual ceremony consistently draws top political leaders, governors, ministers, and key private sector executives, reaffirming its reputation as a prestigious platform that celebrates distinguished achievers contributing notably to national growth and development.
