Soludo inaugurates 5 - member Anambra State Electricity Regulatory Commission

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Governor Soludo and members of the electricity regulatory commission after the inauguration

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By Madu Obi

Awka - In a bold move aimed at improving power supply management across the state, Governor Chukwuma Soludo has inaugurated a five - member Anambra State Electricity Regulatory Commission (ASERC).

The commission is headed by Professor Frank Nwoye Okafor, who will serve as both Chairman and Chief Executive Commissioner. Other members are Engr. Geoffrey Okwuchukwu Nwokoye, Dr. Nnaemeka O. Ewelukwa, Engr. Nosike Emmanuel, and Barr. Chijioke Nnaemeka Obi.

The bill for the establishment of the commission was passed by the House of Assembly, which provided the necessary context for the establishment of the commission and its responsibilities for regulating the state's electricity sector.

The governor said the appointees would oversee the operations of the commission and ensure effective regulation of electricity supply to meet the demands of Anambra's growing population and economy.

He expressed gratitude to the members for accepting their roles and encouraged them to facilitate the transition into the new electricity market.

The governor ali emphasized the importance of operating within the legal framework, acknowledging the diverse backgrounds of the appointees.

Soludo noted that they represent the best talent available and thanked the House of Assembly for the swift passage of the enabling legislation that outlines the terms and conditions governing their operations.

In his speech, the Commissioner for Power and Water Resources, Engr. Julius Chukwuemeka, stated that the 2023 Nigeria Electricity Act is being domesticated for Anambra, emphasizing that over the years, the state had been strategic in laying a solid foundation for this initiative.

The chairman of the Commission, Okafor, assured that the expectations of the people of Anambra will be respected and taken seriously.

He emphasized that while the tasks ahead are significant, they are achievable and acknowledged that although Anambra had faced losses in the past, those gaps will now be addressed.

He expressed confidence that both the quantity and quality of power supply will see improvements, adding that the commission will also focus on ensuring energy accountability and revenue assurance.