BREAKING: Tinubu Appoints 39-Year-Old Abdullahi Ramat as NERC Chairman, CEO

President Tinubu has appointed 39-year-old Abdullahi Ramat as NERC Chairman, CEO.

 

NewsOnline Nigeria reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Engr. Dr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat, aged 39, as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) in a bold move to reposition Nigeria’s power sector.

The appointment, announced on Tuesday, is part of the administration’s commitment to inject innovation, youthful energy, and strategic reforms into the nation’s struggling electricity regulatory system.

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Young Technocrat to Lead Power Sector Reform

Dr. Ramat’s appointment signals a generational shift at the top of Nigeria’s energy regulation body. With strong academic and practical credentials, he is expected to bring a new vision to NERC, particularly in regulatory enforcement, customer protection, and private sector confidence.

Academic & Tech-Driven Background

Ramat holds:

• A PhD in Strategic Management from Lincoln University

• A Master’s in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering from India

• A Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering from Bayero University, Kano

His leadership skills have been further sharpened by executive training from world-class institutions such as:

• Harvard University

• Google

• Microsoft

• Gonzaga University

From Local Government to National Influence

Prior to this appointment, Engr. Ramat served as the Executive Chairman of Ungogo Local Government Area in Kano State (2021–2024), where he made headlines for introducing:

• Nigeria’s first blockchain-based e-identity system, which enhanced local identification processes

• The Ungogo Internal Revenue Agency, a digital-first body that improved revenue collection by over 300%

Earlier, he led the Kano State Metropolitan Agency, focusing on energy-efficient public infrastructure. He also designed LURA, a smart community surveillance platform that promotes safety via real-time digital monitoring.

What’s Next for Nigeria’s Electricity Sector?

Ramat’s track record suggests a readiness to confront the complex challenges of Nigeria’s electricity market, from tariff regulation to power supply stability. Observers believe his tech-savvy approach and reform mindset may be pivotal in boosting public trust and attracting investment into the sector.