Tinubu Renews Abdulaziz’s Tenure as TCN Managing Director

Tinubu Renews Abdulaziz’s Tenure as TCN Managing Director

By Jamila Muhammad

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reappointed Engineer Dr Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz as the Managing Director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), extending his leadership of the nation’s electricity transmission agency for a second term.

The Presidency said the decision reflects confidence in Mr Abdulaziz’s performance and his role in advancing reforms aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s fragile power infrastructure.

The announcement was made in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who described the reappointment as a recognition of Abdulaziz’s leadership and commitment to the growth of the power sector.

During his first tenure, Abdulaziz supervised several transmission expansion and upgrade projects designed to improve the efficiency, stability and reliability of electricity supplies across the country.

His administration at TCN was also marked by efforts to modernise the national grid and enhance the company’s operational capacity amid a growing demand for improved electricity transmission.

The Presidency said his return is expected to sustain ongoing efforts to expand and strengthen the national transmission network in line with the government’s broader energy objectives.

The statement noted that the reappointment comes at a time when Nigeria continues to grapple with persistent electricity challenges, making the transmission segment a critical part of reforms aimed at improving power supply nationwide.

Analysts say continuity in the leadership of TCN could help preserve institutional momentum and support the completion of key infrastructure projects across the country.

Mr. Abdulaziz is expected to continue leading initiatives focused on grid expansion, improved system performance, and long-term transmission stability.

“The reappointment is a testament to Abdulaziz’s exceptional leadership skills and commitment to the development of Nigeria’s power sector,” Mr Onanuga said in the statement.

The Transmission Company of Nigeria plays a central role in the country’s power value chain, serving as the link between electricity generation companies and distribution companies. Many view its performance as crucial to enhancing energy access and boosting economic productivity.

With his renewed mandate, Abdulaziz is expected to consolidate existing gains while steering the company through the next phase of transmission reforms and infrastructure development.