Tinubu nominates Tegbe as Minister of Power

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By Boluwatife Oshadiya

Key Points

• President Bola Tinubu nominates Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power
• Nomination follows resignation of Adebayo Adelabu
• Tegbe brings over 30 years’ experience in fiscal and institutional reforms
• Senate confirmation required before assumption of office

Main Story

President Bola Tinubu has nominated Joseph Tegbe as Nigeria’s new Minister of Power, with the appointment now awaiting confirmation by the Senate. The nomination was disclosed in an official statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who said the move is part of ongoing efforts to reposition the country’s power sector.

According to the statement, Tegbe’s appointment is expected to reinforce reforms aimed at improving electricity supply, stabilising the national grid, and attracting long-term investment into the sector under the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The nomination follows the resignation of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who stepped down in March 2026 after declaring his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State.

Tegbe, an indigene of Oyo State, is widely regarded as a fiscal policy and economic reform expert, with more than three decades of experience spanning both public and private sectors. He previously served as Senior Partner and Head of Advisory Services at KPMG Africa, where he led major initiatives in governance, fiscal policy reform, and institutional transformation.

He currently holds the position of Director General and Global Liaison for the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, where he coordinates bilateral development initiatives between both countries.

In addition, Tegbe chaired the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee inaugurated by the Federal Government in 2025 to drive reforms in Nigeria’s tax system.

His experience also extends to the power sector, where he has been involved in regulatory and institutional engagements with agencies such as the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission and the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Company.

What’s Being Said

“His nomination is expected to strengthen further ongoing efforts to reform the power sector, enhance grid stability, and attract sustainable investment in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda,” the presidency stated.

“The President expects the Minister-Designate, upon confirmation, to bring his extensive expertise to bear to advance critical reforms and deliver improved outcomes for Nigerians in the power sector.”

What’s Next

The Senate is expected to screen and confirm Tegbe in the coming weeks. If approved, he will assume leadership of the Ministry of Power at a critical time when Nigeria continues to grapple with electricity supply challenges, infrastructure deficits, and ongoing sector reforms.