Senate confirms two NERC Commissioners

The Senate has confirmed the appointment of two commissioners for the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) following their nomination by President Bola Tinubu.

The confirmation followed the adoption of a report by the Senate Committee on Power, which screened the nominees.

The confirmed commissioners are Aisha Mahmud Kanti Bello, who was re-appointed for a second term, and Animashaun Fouad Olayinka, who is serving on a fresh appointment.

Their confirmation is expected to strengthen the regulatory capacity of the power sector as the government pushes for improved electricity supply nationwide.