…As Vice President Shettima inaugurates Excos at Villa
Imo State born entrepreneur and CEO of IKORO OKIGWE newspapers, Sir PMC Okeke, has welcomed the appointment of Engr. Dr. Edmund Eje, Executive Director Market Operations by the Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as Board of Directors of Independent System Operator(NISO) Limited.
Engr. Ejeh who hails from Umuihi community in Ihitte/Uboma Local Government of Imo State,is an accomplished Electrical Engineer who has held senior management positions in several sectors at the national level.
In his message Sir PMC Okeke,while congratulating the Imo State born on his elevation for national service, also thanked Mr President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for finding their worthy illustrious son capable of holding higher position in the country.
On Tuesday at the Presidential Villa Abuja, Nigeria Vice President Kashim Shettima inaugurated the newly constituted Board of Directors of Independent System Operator (NISO) Limited, directing them to uphold the highest standards of integrity and expertise in ensuring the seamless generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity across Nigeria.
He emphasized that while expectations are high, board members must utilize their collective expertise and individual capabilities to achieve the ambitious goals of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda in the nation’s power sector within a short period.
Shettima categorically told the board members that while the Tinubu administration is committed to building a resilient, transparent, and investment-friendly power sector, it is their duty to fulfill this mandate.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration remains steadfast in its commitment to building a resilient, transparent, and investment-friendly power sector. The establishment of NISO is a decisive step towards achieving this vision. The government will continue to provide the necessary support to ensure that NISO operates independently and efficiently, in line with global best practices.
“We urge the Board and Management of NISO to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and dedication in carrying out their duties. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry, ensuring sustainable development and economic growth,” he declared.