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Prof Iledare Reacts as Tinubu Appoints Aliyu as PTDF Boss, Renews TCN MD Abdulaziz's Tenure
Bayo Onanuga said the move aims to balance reform and continuity as Ahmed Aminu steps aside to run for Adamawa governor in 2027.
- On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu appointed Professor Shuaib Aliyu as Executive Secretary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund and renewed Sule Abdulaziz's tenure as Managing Director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria.
- Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga confirmed that Aliyu replaces Ahmed Aminu, who resigned to pursue the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa State.
- Professor Wumi Iledare described the appointments as a strategic mix of reform-driven thinking and continuity, noting the decisions send a 'clear dual signal' for the country's energy sector.
- Regarding the power sector, Iledare noted that extending Abdulaziz's tenure addresses long-standing transmission challenges, as steady leadership remains critical for grid stability and expansion.
- Success for these reforms depends on implementation, as Iledare stated that 'execution not intention will determine the real impact' of the energy sector changes.
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UPDATED: Tinubu appoints new PTDF Executive Secretary, renews tenure of TCN CEO, Abdulaziz
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has appointed Professor Shu’aibu Shehu Aliyu as the Executive Secretary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF). Prof. Aliyu replaces Ahmed Galadima Aminu, who recently resigned to participate in the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa State. President Tinubu has also renewed Engineer Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz’s appointment The post UPDATED: Tinubu appoints new PTDF Executive Secretary, renews tenure of TCN …
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